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1963 Map of Whitehall

Name: 1963 Topographic Map of Whitehall
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1975
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

The low-lying swamp and river lands of Livingston Parish define this early 1960s landscape, where the Tickfaw River and Amite River converge near Lake Maurepas. The small settlements of Whitehall and Maurepas serve as local hubs, connected by a network of bayous and landings that emphasize the region's historical reliance on water transport. Features such as Union Landing, Catfish Landing, and Magnolia Landing illustrate the riverine economy of the era, while an Old Railroad Grade suggests a legacy of industrial activity now secondary to the shifting waterways.

Local history is deeply rooted in family and community landmarks, evidenced by several small cemeteries and churches. Sites like Redding Cem, Pennington Cem, and Davidson Cem are vital for genealogical research, situated near congregations at Pine Grove Ch and Maurepas Ch. The terrain is a complex maze of islands and ridges, including Poche Island and Steam Island, reflecting a delta environment where habitation followed the higher ground of the coteaus and ridges.