2015 Map of Lost Lake

About this map

Lost Lake and the intricate wetlands of Terrebonne Parish dominate this coastal landscape, where the tides of the Gulf of Mexico meet a complex network of bayous and brackish lakes. The terrain is defined by low-lying features such as Rice Island and significant water bodies including Lake Mechant and Fourleague Bay. A dense system of natural and man-made waterways, from the Crochet Canal to the winding Big Carencro Bayou, illustrates the long-standing reliance on water for navigation in this region. This survey captures the delicate balance between the land and the gulf just before mid-decade, documenting the specific configuration of passes and cuts like Lost Lake Pass and Plessale Cut that are vital to local maritime travel and the coastal ecology of southern Louisiana.