2018 Map of Lower Sunk Lake

About this map

Mississippi River and Red River currents dominate this aquatic landscape where Concordia Parish meets the Mississippi state line. The confluence of river-born terrain is defined by a dense network of bayous and lakes, including the expansive Lower Sunk Lake and Upper Sunk Lake. Settlements such as Union Point and Jackson Point sit along the high ground near the major river bends, while smaller communities like Black Hawk and Shaw anchor the eastern side of the quadrangle. The interior is largely uninhabited, characterized by names that reflect the challenging environment, such as Dismal Swamp and Devils Swamp. Transport through this wetland region relies on routes like the Black Hawk Acme Levee Rd and State Rte 910, which navigate around features like Grand Cutoff Bayou and Bayou Cocodrie.