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2012 Map of Rapides

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Rapides
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Red River defines the northern landscape of this region, winding past settlements like Alfalfa, Rapides, and Barrett. The presence of the Alexandria International Airport and the nearby Chandler Airport indicates the area's importance as an aviation hub for Rapides Parish. To the south, the terrain transitions into a complex network of waterways, including Bayou Rapides and Bayou Boeuf, which have historically dictated the placement of infrastructure such as the Lamothe Bridge and Kincaid Bridge.

Genealogists can find significant local history at the Newlight Cem near the river or Belgard Cem further west. The map also highlights the importance of drainage and water management in this low-lying area, evidenced by features like Irish Ditch Number One and Kincaid Reservoir. The concentration of street names around Weil and the airport suggests a pattern of suburban expansion and industrial development alongside the traditional agricultural and river-based economy.