2012 Map of Pecan Island

About this map

White Lake dominates the northern expanse of this coastal Louisiana landscape, where the geography is defined by a series of cheniers—low-lying sandy ridges that rise above the surrounding marsh. The settlement of Pecan Island follows these elevated landforms, creating a linear corridor of habitation and agriculture amidst the wetlands. This 2012 survey illustrates a distinct cultural adaptation to the environment, with infrastructure tightly hugging features like Sweet Bay Ridge, Cane Ridge, and Back Ridge. Local transportation routes, including Front Ridge Rd and Veazey Rd, trace the natural contours of the land, providing access to remote points such as Cypress Point and Fire Island. The map documents the persistent relationship between the residents of Vermilion Parish and the fragile, water-bound terrain of the Gulf Coast.