1968 Map of Morganza

About this map

The Mississippi River and its complex engineering dominate this landscape on the boundary of Pointe Coupee Parish. The massive Morganza Floodway and the Morganza Crevasse illustrate the ongoing effort to manage river overflows in this low-lying region. Along the river's edge, settlements like Morganza and Stonewall Plantation are connected by the Texas and Pacific railroad, which served the agricultural and industrial needs of the era. The map records several community landmarks, including Bright Morning Star Ch, Sixth Ward Ch, and the Labarre Sch, providing valuable points of reference for genealogists tracing family roots in these riverfront hamlets. To the south, a network of bayous including Bayou Barre and Bayou Portage weave through the terrain, punctuated by modern infrastructure like the Sewage Disposal Pond and various pipelines.