2011 Map of Blackwater

About this map

Marydell and Blackwater anchor this corner of Knox County, where the landscape is defined by the branching tributaries of the Laurel River and Richland Creek. The 2011 survey reveals a settlement pattern deeply tied to family and community history, evidenced by a high density of small burial grounds such as the McFadden Cemetery, Hoskins Cemetery, and Joe Jones Cemetery. Modern infrastructure like the Dainiel Boone / Hal Rogers Pkwy cuts across the northern reaches, while older local routes like Rough Creek School Rd and Laurel River Church Rd point to the historic social centers of these rural communities. The map shows the transition from the upper reaches of Muddygut Creek down toward the southern settlements of Tuttle and Fletcher, providing a clear look at the area's geography before further modern development.