
OIL CITY had the first over water oil rigs anywhere. They were (and a few still are) on CADDO LAKE, then known as FERRY LAKE. CADDO LAKE was formed after the huge MISSOURI earthquake backed up the MISSISSIPPI in the early 1800's.
Welcome to our BLOG!! We really appreciate the visits you all have made here. We try to keep the more interesting or unusual aspects of our life here in rural Louisiana updated, which is a pretty easy task 'cause there "ain't much happenin'". Take a look, make comments, drop an e-mail. We love hearing from you!! (T&B)