1980 Map of Shreveport West

About this map

The western reaches of Shreveport expand toward the waters of Cross Lake in this detailed look at Caddo Parish during the late twentieth century. This urban-fringe landscape is defined by its extensive rail infrastructure, including the Kansas City Southern RR, Texas and Pacific RR, and Illinois Central RR, which weave through industrial nodes like the Refinery, Tank Farm, and Cut-off Junction. Large-scale civic landmarks anchor the community, from the State Fairground and SPAR Stadium to the sprawling Shreveport Regional Airport. Neighborhood growth is evident around older settlements like Summer Grove and Reisor, supported by an dense network of institutions including St Vincent Academy and numerous public schools. The map preserves the locations of vital community sites such as Star Cem, Hebrew Rest Cem, and the massive Forest Park West Cemetery, making it a primary resource for local historians and genealogists.