1981 Map of Minden North

About this map

Kisatchie National Forest dominates the landscape north of Minden, where the winding course of Bayou Dorcheat meets a series of inland waterways. The 1980s terrain is defined by the intersection of natural features like Caney Lakes and Cow Creek with heavy industry, evidenced by numerous Gravel Pits and the Louisiana and Arkansas rail line. This map is a significant resource for those tracing local family histories, as it identifies numerous rural landmarks including the Shady Grove Cems, Whispering Pines Ch, and New Hope Cem. The presence of the Minden-Webster Airport and the Minden-Webster Voc-Tech Sch on the northern edge of the city illustrates the infrastructure of Webster Parish during this period of growth. Small settlements such as Gilark and landmarks like the Pine Hills Country Club provide clear points of reference for regional researchers.