1970 Map of St. Martinville

About this map

Bayou Teche winds through the heart of Acadiana, connecting the historic centers of St Martinville and New Iberia in this 1970 snapshot of South Louisiana. The landscape is defined by the complex water systems of the Atchafalaya Basin edge, including Spanish Lake and the Evangeline Canal. This era shows the region's transition into a modern industrial and transportation hub, evidenced by the Cypress Island Gas Field and the sprawling Acadiana Regional Airport south of Cade. Cultural landmarks such as Longfellow-Evangeline State Park and the Holy Name Institute reflect the deep-rooted heritage of the Teche country. The map captures the dense network of small communities and rail sidings along the Southern Pacific and Missouri Pacific lines, from Broussard to the agricultural reaches of Segura and Morbihan.