1968 Map of Manchac, 1980 Print
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1968 Map of Manchac

USGS Topo · Published 1980

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Jones Island and the expansive waters of Lake Maurepas define this landscape, where the delicate balance between the cypress swamps and the navigational waterways is meticulously documented. The Illinois Central railroad corridor serves as the primary spine of human activity, connecting small settlements like Sharkey, Strader, and Galva. Near the center of the pass, Manchac (Akers PO) stands as a vital hub where the rails cross over the water. The map reveals an intricate network of natural and man-made channels, including the Tickfaw River, Natalbany River, and the Fernwood Canal. These waterways were essential for the region's historical transport and drainage, reflecting the complex hydrology of the Tangipahoa Parish and St. John the Baptist Parish boundary areas during the late 1960s and 1970s.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1968
Date Published1980
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27 inches

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