1892 Map of Quarantine
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1892 Map of Quarantine

USGS Topo · Published 1892

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The Mississippi River defines the landscape of Plaquemines Parish in the late nineteenth century, flanked by narrow ribbons of habitable land and vast tidal marsh. At Tropical Bend and Buras Settlement, the topography shows the precarious nature of early river life before modern levee systems were fully realized. The presence of the Quarantine station near the mouth of the river indicates the critical role this reach played in maritime health and border control. Small residential clusters like Guyot Settlement, Potash, and Little Texas are situated on the natural levees, while the surrounding territory is dominated by complex water bodies such as Bay de la Cheniere and California Bay. For researchers, the map provides a unique view of the pre-industrial delta, documenting early canals like Rappelle Canal and the exact location of 60 Mile Point along the winding river course.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1892
Date Published1892
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.7 x 20.3 inches

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