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2016 Map of Brownsville

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Brownsville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The Green River meanders through this portion of Edmonson County, carving a deep valley that defines the local topography. At the river's bend, the town of Brownsville serves as a central hub, situated near notable landmarks like Lovers Leap and Potato Hill. To the east, the boundary of Mammoth Cave National Park encompasses the rugged karst landscape and the confluence of the Nolin River.

Rural life in the mid-2010s is marked by a network of winding roads connecting small settlements such as Windyville, Lindseyville, and Asphalt. Genealogists will find numerous family-centric landmarks and burial sites, including Holly Springs Cem, Alexander Cem, and Hawks Cem. The map also captures several local drainage features like Little Beaverdam Creek and Shingle Machine Br, illustrating the intricate watershed that feeds into the major river systems of the region.