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Street Map of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and Adjacent Suburbs, March 1929
This 1929 street map of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and its adjacent suburbs was meticulously prepared by the Office of the City Engineer. It provides a comprehensive layout of the city's streets, subdivisions, and notable landmarks as they were in the late 1920s.
The late 1920s was a period of significant growth and development for Baton Rouge. The discovery of oil in 1909 and the establishment of major industrial plants, such as the Standard Oil refinery, spurred rapid urban expansion. This map captures the urban planning and infrastructural developments of that era, reflecting the city's transformation into a burgeoning industrial hub. The map, drawn to scale, illustrates the intricate network of streets and subdivisions. Major roads and thoroughfares are clearly marked, providing a detailed guide to the city's layout. Landmarks such as parks, public buildings, and residential areas are distinctly labeled, offering insights into the city's geographical and social landscape during this period.
