2012 Map of New Roads

About this map

False River, an oxbow lake formed from a former meander of the Mississippi River, dominates this portion of the Louisiana landscape. Along its northern shoreline, the settlement of New Roads serves as a hub of activity, where a dense network of streets like Saint Mary St and Napoleon St meet the water. The map documents a blend of traditional riverbank settlements and modern infrastructure, including the False River Regional Airport located just west of town. Moving away from the main town center, smaller locales such as Saint Dizier, Ventress, and Patin line the oxbow, illustrating the historical pattern of settlement along the fertile natural levees. Further south, the map identifies the notable Parlange area, while to the north, the active river channel is reinforced by the Arrow Bend Revetment and Red Store Landing Revetment.