1957 Map of West of Greens Bayou

About this map

The Sabine Lake estuary defines this coastal borderland, where the Sabine River and Neches River converge amidst a complex network of bayous and marshy islands. Deep-water commerce is evident through the Intracoastal Waterway and a Project Depth 12 Feet Canal, illustrating the mid-century industrial importance of these shipping lanes. The eastern shore is dominated by the Sabine National Wildlife Refuge, where features like Pines Ridge and Whisky Bayou rise from the wetlands. Numerous smaller landmasses such as Sabine Island, Stewts Island, and Humble Island fragment the river delta, showing the intricate natural drainage system before modern coastal modifications. The map also captures the Port Arthur City Boundary and the precise state line dividing Texas and Louisiana as it threads through these shifting waters.