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2012 Map of Montpelier

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Montpelier
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Montpelier and the surrounding piney woods of Saint Helena Parish are defined by the winding course of the Tickfaw River, which meanders through the eastern portion of this territory. This area, dominated by timber and rural homesteads, shows a landscape networked by numerous small tributaries like E Hog Br, Tuelvemile Cr, and Becky Br. These waterways historically dictated the placement of early settlements and road networks, with names like Pumping Station Rd hinting at the local infrastructure required to manage the low-lying terrain.

Local genealogy and community history are anchored by several notable burial grounds, including New Hope Cem, George Cem, and Hillsdale Cem. The presence of the small community of Jack to the northwest and the Camp Running Water site highlights the sparse but persistent human footprint in this part of Louisiana. The map serves as a record of the parish's rural character and its reliance on the complex drainage systems that feed into Hog Bayou.