2018 Map of Taylor Pass

About this map

Bird Island and the surrounding marshlands of Plaquemines Parish define this coastal landscape where the Mississippi River delta meets the Gulf of Mexico. This 2018 survey documents the intricate transition from open water to low-lying land, focusing on the aquatic passages of Taylor Pass and the expanse of Grand Bay. The map is characterized by its sparse terrestrial features, highlighting the dynamic and fragile nature of the Louisiana shoreline. While mostly composed of open water, the inclusion of Public Land Survey System boundaries such as t19s r18e provides a legal framework for these submerged and semi-submerged environments, making it a critical record for understanding contemporary coastal changes and land ownership in the delta region.