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Conference proceeding
Grand Isle: The evolution of a Louisiana seaside resort
Barrier Shoreline Geology, Erosion, and Protection in Louisiana, pp.10-3-10-18
Coastal Sediments '87, ASCE (New Orleans, LA, 05/11/1987–05/16/1987)
1987
Abstract
Grand Isle is a recreationally developed barrier island 50 miles due south of New Orleans {figure 10-1). Presently one of few seaside resorts in Louisiana, Grand Isle was among the earliest recreational sites established that directly face the Gulf of Mexico. The site of a settlement since the late 1700s, the island was first developed for tourists, primarily from New Orleans, after the Civil War. Access was by boat until a highway flanking Bayou Lafourche was extended to the island in 1932. Today Grand Isle is a popular fishing destination, especially for residents of southeastern Louisiana.
Details
- Title
- Grand Isle
- Publication Details
- Barrier Shoreline Geology, Erosion, and Protection in Louisiana, pp.10-3-10-18
- Resource Type
- Conference proceeding
- Conference
- Coastal Sediments '87, ASCE (New Orleans, LA, 05/11/1987–05/16/1987)
- Contributors
- Shea Penland (Editor)John R. Suter (Editor)
- Publisher
- American Society of Civil Engineers
- Copyright
- Permission granted to the University of West Florida Libraries by the author to digitize and/or display this information for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires the permission of the copyright holder.
- Identifiers
- 99380090322606600
- Academic Unit
- Earth and Environmental Sciences; Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering
- Language
- English