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2012 Map of Manchac

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Manchac
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Lake Maurepas dominates this coastal landscape, where the confluence of the Natalbany River and Tickfaw River meets the open water. The map documents a narrow corridor of infrastructure squeezed between the lake and the eastern wetlands, centered on the historic Akers and Manchac PO settlements. This area serves as a critical transit point, characterized by the crossing of Pass Manchac and the industrial activity at Port Manchac.

Linear development follows the path of Old US Hwy 51 and the interstate, connecting small locales like Sharkey, Strader, and Galva. The intricate network of waterways, including Owl Bayou and the Galva Canal, illustrates the complex drainage and transportation patterns of Jones Island. For researchers, the map provides precise locations for local landmarks and the specific alignment of thoroughfares like Harry Reno Ln during the early 21st century.