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2019 Map of Alexandria

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Alexandria
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

The Licking River carves a dramatic, winding path through Northern Kentucky, defining the border between Kenton and Campbell counties. This landscape is characterized by its significant bends, most notably Grants Bend and Big Bend, where the CSX Railroad utilizes the Grants Tunnel to navigate the difficult terrain. The map reveals a high density of small rural cemeteries such as Rapp Cem, Simmons Cem, and Culbertson Cem, which are invaluable for genealogists tracing family histories in the communities of Visalia, Claryville, and Ryland Heights.

Transitioning from the river valley to the uplands, the geography rises toward Alexandria and Cold Spring. Local landmarks like Saint Mary's Ch and the Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church serve as anchors for established settlements. The network of winding state routes, including KY 177 and KY 915, follows the ridgelines and creek valleys, connecting family-named features like Pye Hill and Phillip Creek Ridge.