2024 Map of Tiger Island

About this map

The Atchafalaya Basin Floodway dominates this part of St. Martin and St. Mary Parishes, revealing a complex aquatic landscape of bayous, lakes, and low-lying islands. This modern survey illustrates the intricate drainage patterns of the basin, where major water bodies like Duck Lake and Sixmile Lake are linked by a network of smaller channels, including Little Bayou Chene and Bayou Boutte. The terrain is characterized by slightly elevated landmasses such as Tiger Island, Fisher Island, and American Island, which stand out amidst the surrounding wetlands. These landforms, along with Cypress Island and Gray Horse Isle, represent the fragmented shoreline and interior rises of the basin floor. The boundary between the two parishes is traced through these waterways, underscoring the role of the natural hydrography in defining local administrative lines in southern Louisiana.