1941 Map of Loreauville
USGS Topo · Published 1943About this map
The low-lying wetlands of the Atchafalaya Basin define this landscape, where the Atchafalaya River and Grand River wind through a complex network of waterways like Lake Mongoulois and Lake Fausse Pointe. Near the edge of the swamp, the settlement of Loreauville serves as a hub for the surrounding agricultural and industrial activity, including the Broussard Switch along the Southern Pacific railroad line. The map captures the distinct cultural geography of the region, featuring numerous community landmarks such as St John Ch & Cem, Mt Zion Ch & Cem No 2, and Belle Chasse & Cem. Elevated salt domes, specifically the Lake Mongoulois Dome and Fausse Pointe Dome, stand out as critical geological features in an otherwise alluvial environment. Small landings and settlements like Bayou Chene and Catahoula illustrate the era's reliance on both rail and water transport before the extensive modern levee systems altered the basin's hydrology.
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