2018 Map of Lake Providence

About this map

The Mississippi River forms the eastern boundary of this region, shaping a landscape defined by oxbow lakes and complex drainage systems. Lake Providence sits within a prominent river bend, serving as the central hub for settlements like Highland and Greenfield. The presence of the Louisiana Technical College Margaret Surles Branch and the Byerley Airport reflects the community's modern infrastructure, while several burial grounds, including Old Sweet Canaan Cem and Heavenly Rest Memorial Park, offer points of interest for genealogical research. The interior terrain is crisscrossed by waterways such as Tensas Bayou and Winters Bayou, highlighting the hydrologic character of East Carroll Parish. Prominent river features like Stack Island and Reserve Bar illustrate the shifting nature of the river channel along the Louisiana-Mississippi state line.