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1957 Map of Monroe South

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

USGS Topo · Published 1958

About this map

The Ouachita River serves as the central artery for this mid-century survey, dividing the growing urban centers of West Monroe and Monroe. The landscape transitions from dense city blocks and industrial sites like Lock and Dam No 4 to the sprawling agricultural and swampy lowlands of the east. Navigational and rail infrastructure is prominent, with the Illinois Central and Missouri Pacific lines anchoring the local economy. Educational and social institutions are densely mapped, including several specialized sites such as the Louisiana Training Institute, Conway Hospital, and the Detention Home.

Away from the urban core, the map reveals a complex network of waterways including Petticoat Bayou, Bayou de L'ourse, and Youngs Bayou. These areas are dotted with smaller settlements like De Loach and Maidco, and historic rural landmarks such as Old St James Ch and Ballard Cem. The distribution of local schools, from Terzia High Sch to the Swayze Sch, illustrates the mid-century development of Ouachita Parish's outlying communities.