1967 Map of Little Woods

About this map

The edge of New Orleans meets the marshy shores of Lake Pontchartrain in this detailed survey, which illustrates the late 1960s expansion of the city into Orleans Parish. This era is defined by massive infrastructure and drainage efforts, visible in the dense network of waterways like the Little Woods Canal and the Intracoastal Waterway. The most significant industrial landmark is the National Aeronautics and Space Administration facility near Michoud, a centerpiece of the regional economy during the space race.