1952 Map of Billows, 1966 Print
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1952 Map of Billows

USGS Topo · Published 1966

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The Rockcastle River snakes through the heart of the Cumberland National Forest, carving a deep path between the borders of Rockcastle, Laurel, and Pulaski counties. This 1952 field survey reveals a landscape of isolated ridges and hollows where small settlements like Billows and Squib served as local hubs. The terrain is marked by a network of rural schools, including Buffalo Sch, Whitaker Sch, and Bullock Sch, which illustrate the decentralized nature of education in these highland communities during the mid-twentieth century. Near the river, the Indian Trail Lookout Tower stands as a sentinel over the heavily wooded slopes.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1952
Date Published1966
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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