1951 Map of Blandville

About this map

Blandville sits at the heart of this early 1950s survey, marking a historical crossroads in the undulating terrain where the Ballard and Carlisle county line follows the course of Mayfield Creek. The landscape is defined by its intricate drainage systems, featuring landmarks like St Arbor Slough and the winding West Fork Mayfield Creek. The map documents a rural community structure centered around localized hubs such as Gage and Cunningham, where rural life was anchored by institutions like Shady Grove Ch, Bethlehem Ch, and Mayfield Creek Ch. For genealogists, the inclusion of family-named sites such as Martin Cem, Hall Cem, and Magee Springs offers a precise look at the mid-century social geography of western Kentucky before the expansion of modern highway systems.