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1965 Map of New Orleans West

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of New Orleans West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

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The Mississippi River winds dramatically through this late-1970s update, creating the prominent geographic anchors of Twelvemile Point and Ninemile Point. The urban expansion of Metairie, Kenner, and Harahan is clearly visible in purple tint, reflecting the post-war growth of Jefferson Parish. Industrial and transportation networks dominate the riverbanks, where the Huey P Long Bridge serves as a vital artery connecting the north bank to Bridge City and Avondale.

Railroad history is deeply etched into the landscape with the Southern Pacific Railroad, Texas and Pacific Railroad, and Illinois Central and Gulf Railroad all converging near the river. In the southern marshes, the grid of the city gives way to an intricate system of waterways like Segnette Bayou and Whisky Bayou. Local community life is documented through numerous parochial institutions, including St Agnes Sch and St Marys College, alongside landmarks like the Colonial Country Club and Audubon Park.