1953 Map of St. Gabriel
USGS Topo · Published 1954About this map
The Mississippi River defines the western edge of this early 1950s survey, where the river's winding path creates a landscape of low-lying floodplains and intricate water systems. The map illustrates the convergence of East Baton Rouge, Iberville, and Ascension Parishes, a region shaped by agricultural drainage and the industrial presence of an Oil Field and the St Gabriel Oil and Gas Field. Prominent transportation routes including the Kansas City Southern and Illinois Central railroads bisect the terrain, connecting small settlements like Kleinpeter and Sunshine to the broader regional economy. Of particular interest to genealogists is the Louisiana Prison Farm Camp "M" near the river, along with several local congregations such as Mt Carmel Ch and St Marks Ch. The survey detail captures the complex hydrology of Bayou Manchac, Bayou Paul, and the expanse of Spanish Lake before extensive modern development.
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