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2012 Map of Shoats Creek

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Sabine River snakes through the western edge of this territory, defining a complex riparian landscape of oxbow lakes and sloughs. Water bodies like Horseshoe Lake, Dead Lake, and Big Eddy Lake indicate the river's historical shifts, while the swampy interior contains curious landmarks like Devils Pocket and Bayou Deception Island. The eastern half of the map reveals a more developed upland pattern, characterized by family-named roads and rural infrastructure.

Settlement is sparse but deeply rooted, evidenced by several small family burying grounds including Clark Cem, Smith Cem, and Carter Cem. Local industry is represented by energy extraction sites such as the North Starks Oil Field and South Bancroft Gas Field. River access points like Nicks Landing and Kenndys Lndg suggest the enduring importance of the water for navigation or recreation, while local road names like Carter Settlement Rd and Bess Ranch Rd provide vital clues for genealogists tracking family land holdings in Calcasieu Parish.