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Anchor was the name of a community located in southeastern Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana, United States. The community was located along the Mississippi River, north of the Pointe Coupee - West Baton Rouge Parish line.

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Anchor is located in Louisiana
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Location of Anchor in Louisiana
Coordinates: 30°41′01″N 91°21′18″W
CountryUnited States
StateLouisiana
Time zoneUTC-6 (CST)
 • Summer (DST)UTC-5 (CDT)
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1895 map of Pointe Coupee Parish showing location of Anchor

History

The community received its name during the American Civil War. A post office was established in the community in 1888. The post office was closed in 1930.[1]

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