2024 Map of Oakley

About this map

Oakley sits at the northern edge of a landscape defined by the winding course of the Bayou Macon and the Tensas River. This area of Franklin and Tensas parishes is a mosaic of bottomlands and waterways, characterized by unique geographic features such as Big Hog Glade and Little Hog Glade. The map reveals a complex drainage network including Lightning Bayou, Roaring Bayou, and the Deer Creek Cutoff, reflecting the hydrological management of the Mississippi River delta region. Significant tracts of land, such as the Farm Service Agency Interest of Louisiana, highlight the importance of agricultural conservation in this fertile alluvial plain. To the east, the meandering river creates oxbow features like Horseshoe Lake and Moon Lake, indicating the historical shifts of these heavy waterways over time.