2015 Map of Lawtell

About this map

Lawtell serves as the primary hub for this rural stretch of St. Landry Parish, where the Acadiana landscape is defined by the complex hydrology of the western prairie. The area is intersected by several significant waterways, including Bayou Grand Louis, Bayou Marron, and the W Fork Bayou Plaquemine Brule. These bayous and coulees historically dictated the layout of small farming settlements and road networks. Genealogists will find several burial sites preserved across the landscape, such as Saint Andrews Cem, Pitre Cem, and Bertrand Cem. Small communities like Plaisance and Prairie Ronde reflect the region’s long-standing agricultural character, while Plaquemine Ridge and Veazie sit at the southern edge of the survey area. The intricate grid of parish roads, including many named for local families like Narcisse Lacour Rd and Ophelia Boone Rd, illustrates the enduring connection between the land and its residents into the 21st century.