1960 Map of Vinton

About this map

The Vinton area, located in Calcasieu Parish near the Texas border, is characterized by a complex hydraulic landscape of canals, coulees, and gullies. This mid-century survey reveals the heavy integration of industrial and agricultural water management, anchored by the Sabine Canal and the Vinton Drainage Canal. The town of Vinton serves as the central hub, situated along the Southern Pacific railroad line which facilitated transport through this coastal prairie region. To the south, the Vinton Oil Field and the small settlement of Ged near Ged Lake highlight the area's economic reliance on petroleum extraction. Northward, the landscape transitions toward Edgerly, with numerous flumes and the Pumping Station indicating the intensive infrastructure required to manage the low-lying terrain. The map also documents localized features like the Trailer Park and a small Landing Strip, providing a clear record of local land use during the 1960s and 1970s.