2015 Map of Malheureux Point

About this map

Malheureux Point stands as a prominent coastal landmark where the waters of Lake Borgne meet the Gulf of Mexico along the eastern edge of Saint Bernard Parish. This coastal landscape is defined by an intricate network of marshes and water passages, including the narrow Le Petit Pass which separates the mainland from Le Petit Pass Island. The interior geography reveals a series of tidal waterways such as Bayou La Fee and Ninemile Bayou, illustrating the dynamic interface between Louisiana's wetlands and the sea. The 2015 survey documents the complex hydrological patterns of the area, featuring named basins like False Mouth Bay and the curiously named Whiskey Bayou. Further south, the Lakes of Bayou Marron and Trappers Bayou reflect the traditional coastal activities of the region. This map serves as a primary record of the delicate marshland topography, capturing the precise positioning of Raccoon Island and the various inlets that facilitate water exchange across this fragile maritime environment.