2012 Map of Loring

About this map

The Zwolle Oil Field dominates the northern reaches of this Sabine Parish landscape, reflecting the long-standing petroleum heritage of western Louisiana. Centered on the settlement of Loring, the terrain is defined by the expansive waters of the Toledo Bend Reservoir and its numerous finger-like tributaries, including Bayou La Nana and Negreet Cr. This 2012 survey illustrates a landscape where energy extraction and water resources converge, shaped by a network of local roads such as Sibley Rd and Mount Olive Rd. Genealogists and local historians can locate several rural burial sites that anchor the community's history, including Fenders Cem, Randolph Cem, and Pilgrim Rest Cem. The intricate shoreline of the reservoir highlights the significant geographic shift in the region following the damming of the Sabine River, creating a complex interface of land and water across the central and southern portions of the map.