Bayou Gauche, Louisiana facts for kids
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Bayou Gauche
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Fishing in the Bayou Gauche wetlands.
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 Bayou Gauche
Location in Louisiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | St. Charles |
| Area | |
| • Total | 15.78 sq mi (40.86 km2) |
| • Land | 12.85 sq mi (33.29 km2) |
| • Water | 2.92 sq mi (7.57 km2) |
| Elevation | 3 ft (0.9 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,161 |
| • Density | 168.13/sq mi (64.92/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 985 |
| FIPS code | 22-05315 |
Bayou Gauche is a small community in Louisiana, United States. It is known as a fishing village. The area includes a natural bayou and wetlands.
A "bayou" is a slow-moving stream or a marshy lake. "Wetlands" are areas where the land is covered by water, like swamps. In 2020, about 2,161 people lived in Bayou Gauche.
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Where is Bayou Gauche Located?
Bayou Gauche is found in St. Charles Parish. This parish is part of the larger Greater New Orleans area. It is located in the state of Louisiana.
The community covers about 15.78 square miles (40.86 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, but about 2.92 square miles (7.57 square kilometers) is water. This water includes parts of the bayou and wetlands.
Who Lives in Bayou Gauche?
In 2020, the community of Bayou Gauche had a population of 2,161 people. This number helps us understand how many residents call this unique place home.
What Do People Do in Bayou Gauche?
The people of Bayou Gauche have traditionally relied on the natural resources around them. The local economy is mostly based on fishing and oil.
Fishing and Shellfish
Fishing is a very important part of life in Bayou Gauche. Many people work in the fishing and shellfish industries. They catch fish and other seafood from the bayou and wetlands.
Some homes in the area are stilt houses. These houses are built on tall posts above the water. This helps protect them from floods and allows people to live closer to their fishing grounds.
Oil Production
Besides fishing, oil production is another key industry. You can see oil wells in the wetlands near Bayou Gauche. These wells help to get petroleum from underground.
Learning in Bayou Gauche
Students in Bayou Gauche attend public schools. These schools are part of the St. Charles Parish Public School System.
- R. J. Vial Elementary School teaches students in grades 3-5. It opened in 1975.
- J. B. Martin Middle School serves students in grades 6-8. Both schools are located in a nearby community called Paradis.
See also
In Spanish: Bayou Gauche para niños
