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1962 Map of Marksville

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Marksville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

Avoyelles Prairie dominates this section of the Louisiana landscape, where the Red River meanders in deep loops north of Marksville. The 1962 topography reveals a complex network of bayous and lakes, including the expansive Lac du Pearl and Grand Lake, which reflect the historic flood patterns of the region. The cultural footprint is dense with lineage-rich landmarks, from the Indian Mounds near the parish seat to numerous country churches like St Marys Ch and Jerusalem Ch.

Transportation corridors of the Kansas City Southern and Texas and Pacific railroads intersect near Mansura, highlighting the area's role as a transit hub for agricultural goods. The map also captures smaller communities like Effie, Hessmer, and Moreauville, providing a detailed look at the rural settlement patterns before modern expansion altered the landscape of the Bayou des Glaises and Bayou Rouge basins.