Grand Pass
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One of the Mississippi River delta passes. Not used for navigation.
Originally in 1840 settlers dug a small channel just south of Venice. The river broke thru a few years later and quickly enlarged the channel, making it a permanent pass. It was named "The Jump" and later renamed Grand Pass.
Originally in 1840 settlers dug a small channel just south of Venice. The river broke thru a few years later and quickly enlarged the channel, making it a permanent pass. It was named "The Jump" and later renamed Grand Pass.
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Coordinates: 29°11'38"N 89°20'50"W
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