1965 Map of New Orleans West, 1971 Print
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1965 Map of New Orleans West

USGS Topo · Published 1971

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The Mississippi River dominates this mid-1960s landscape, winding past the industrial and residential corridors of Kenner, Metairie, and Westwego. The era's heavy reliance on river-and-rail logistics is evident in the dense concentration of infrastructure, from the Huey P Long Bridge spanning the water to the extensive rail networks of the Illinois Central Railroad and Southern Pacific Railroad. The map reveals a transition from the urban density of New Orleans and its neighborhood landmarks like Audubon Park to the emerging suburban developments of Bonnabel Place and Westgate. South of the river, the Westwego Oil and Gas Field and numerous canals like the Avondale Canal reflect the region's energy and maritime economy. Local history is preserved through dozens of parish schools and cemeteries, including the Garden of Memories (Cemetery) and institutions like St Marys College.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1965
Date Published1971
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.9 x 26.8 inches

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