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1957 Map of Many

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of Many
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1958
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1958

About this map

Fort Jesup stands as a focal point near the center of this mid-century survey, anchoring a landscape defined by the intricate networks of Sabine Parish and Natchitoches Parish. The Texas and Pacific railroad cuts through the northern section, connecting rural outposts like Marthaville and Shamrock with Robeline. Further south, the town of Many serves as a primary hub, surrounded by smaller communities such as Alfred Heights and Vowells Mill.

The terrain is heavily etched by a dense drainage system of bayous and creeks, including San Miguel Creek, Bayou Many, and Bayou Scie. Numerous country churches and cemeteries, such as Mt Carmel Ch, Little Flock Ch, and Mt Carmel Cem, are scattered throughout the hills, providing valuable landmarks for genealogical research. The presence of schools like Shady Grove Sch and the lookout tower reflects a well-established rural social structure during the 1950s.