2012 Map of Marksville South

About this map

Marksville and its southern neighboring communities in Avoyelles Parish are defined by the complex hydrology of the Mississippi River floodplain, where bayous and coulees dictate the patterns of settlement. The landscape is a network of winding waterways like Coulee des Grues, Bayou Grande Ecore, and La Vieille Riviere, interspersed with low-lying basins such as Lac aux Perles. Culturally, the map highlights significant local heritage sites, including the Tunica-Biloxi Cem and Saint Joseph Cem. Roads like Little California Rd and King Arthur Dr serve the residential clusters of Cocoville, Hessmer, and Mansura, while the economy is tied to the local aviation at Marksville Municipal Airport. The interaction between the established towns and the riparian environment of Bayou des Glaises reflects a region deeply adapted to its alluvial surroundings.