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1956 Map of Pelican Pass

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Pelican Pass
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

Lake Raccourci and the surrounding marshlands of Lafourche Parish define this mid-century coastal landscape, dominated by an active Oil Field infrastructure. The map reveals an intricate network of waterways including Timbalier Bay, Little Lake, and the curiously named Wrong Name Pass. This era represents a period of significant industrial activity in the wetlands, evidenced by numerous Gas Wells and Oil Wells scattered across the open water and marsh.

Coastal geography is highly detailed, showing landforms like the Philo Brice Islands, Northwest Island, and Casse Tete Island. The presence of landmarks such as Capon Point and Devils Island provides essential reference points for navigating this aquatic environment. Navigational features like Pelican Pass and LA SW Canal illustrate how the region functioned as a workspace for the petroleum industry during the 1950s.