2018 Map of Pilottown

About this map

The Mississippi River delta is meticulously detailed at its southern reaches, where the great river begins its final dispersal into the Gulf of Mexico. This 2018 survey centers on the historic maritime outpost of Pilottown, a critical waypoint for river pilots navigating the shifting shoals of the birdfoot delta. The landscape is a complex labyrinth of passes and bayous, including Tiger Pass, Grand Pass, and the northern entrance to South Pass. These natural corridors dictate the flow of both fresh water and commerce through Plaquemines Parish. Named water bodies like Bay Chalon and Zinzin Bay illustrate the fragmented nature of the marshland, while features such as Jaquines Island stand as distinct landmarks amidst the surrounding wetlands. The inclusion of Venice Boat Harbor Dr at the northwestern edge hints at the nearby staging grounds for the region's essential marine and oil-field industries.