1972 Map of Argillite

About this map

The Little Sandy River carves through the undulating terrain of Greenup County, anchoring a landscape defined by small valley settlements and a pervasive extractive history. This 1970s record shows the transition from historic iron manufacturing to modern strip mining, most notably at the Furnace Ruins near Hunnewell. The northern reaches are dominated by Greenbo Lake State Park, while the rest of the quadrangle is etched with complex drainage systems like Cane Creek and Turkey Lick. The social fabric of the era is preserved through numerous family-named cemeteries such as Reeves Cem and Howard Cem, alongside landmarks like the Argillite Lookout Tower. Extensive Strip Mines and numerous Mines dot the eastern ridges, indicating the intense industrial activity that shaped the local economy and land use during this period.