2012 Map of West of Johnson Bayou

About this map

The coastal marshlands along the Louisiana-Texas border define this landscape, where the expansive waters of Sabine Lake dominate the northwestern quadrant. This low-lying terrain is characterized by a series of narrow, elevated landforms including Garrison Ridge, Buck Ridge, and Blue Buck Ridge, which provided the only stable ground for historical development and access. The map reveals an intricate network of natural and engineered waterways, such as Madame Johnson Bayou and Grays Ditch, essential for navigating the wet prairie. Industrial activity is concentrated in the energy sector, marked by the Northwest Johnson Bayou Gas Field and West Johnson Bayou Gas Field. Near the eastern boundary, Johnson Bayou Landing serves as a focal point for local transport and commerce. The presence of Salt Work Ridge hints at earlier geological and economic uses of the land, while Starks S Canal illustrates the ongoing human effort to manage drainage and navigation in this complex estuarine environment.