1953 Map of Bradfordsville NE, 1988 Print
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1953 Map of Bradfordsville NE

USGS Topo · Published 1988

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The South Fork Big Creek and its many tributaries carve through the central Kentucky landscape near the triple junction of Marion, Casey, and Taylor Counties. The area's mid-century rural character is defined by ridge-and-hollow topography, where small settlements and community hubs are often named for the terrain, such as Jacktown and the cluster at Sapp. Local genealogy is well-documented through scattered family-named sites including Wayman Cem, Weatherford Cem, and the Shreve Cem. Educational and spiritual life centered on landmarks like Atwood Sch and Pleasant Valley Ch, while more remote elevations are anchored by prominent heights like Bald Knob and Steele Knob. A significant pipe line corridor cuts across the southern portion of the map, illustrating the post-war expansion of energy infrastructure through the rural Dividing Ridge country.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1988
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.5 x 27.3 inches

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