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1974 Map of Robert

Name: 1974 Topographic Map of Robert
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

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Tangipahoa River bottomlands define the western edge of this 1970s landscape, where a network of family-named cemeteries and rural churches reveals the deep-rooted settlement patterns of the parish. Small communities like Robert and Uneedus are connected by a system of roads and firebreaks, reflecting an era where timber management and small-scale agriculture shaped the local economy. The presence of Zemurray Lodge near Chappepeela Lake suggests the importance of private estates and recreation in the northern reaches of the quadrangle.

Water plays a central role in the topography, with numerous small tributaries like Washley Creek, Baggage Branch, and Pole Bridge Branch carving through the terrain. Evidence of modern infrastructure is seen in the Pipeline and Railroad Grade running near Lorraine, while specialized landmarks like the Lookout Tower and Gaging Station indicate the active monitoring of the river and forests. Genealogists can find significant value in the documentation of local burial sites, including the Wilson-Willie and Bankston cemeteries.