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2012 Map of Saranac

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The settlement of Saranac anchors this corner of Tensas Parish, where a complex network of bayous and sloughs defines the Louisiana landscape. Meandering waterways like Routh Bayou, Beck Bayou, and Clark Bayou intersect with a grid of local roads, revealing a region deeply tied to its hydrology. The prevalence of water bodies, including Molen Lake and Saddletree Lake, indicates a low-lying terrain shaped by seasonal flow and drainage patterns.

Agricultural and industrial activity is evident through the presence of the Justina Gas Field and landmarks such as Kifer Airport. Local history is preserved at the Newell Cem, while family-named routes like Mucklerath Rd and Shackleford Rd trace the path of earlier generations. The map provides a clear picture of the modern rural infrastructure, from the Tensas boundary to the managed waters of Palmetto Slough.