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1954 Map of Brownsville

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Brownsville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1955
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1955

About this map

The Green River carves a deep, winding path through the heart of Edmonson County, anchoring the commercial and civic life of Brownsville. This 1954 topographic survey reveals a landscape where the eastern boundary is defined by Mammoth Cave National Park, while the surrounding hills are dotted with a dense network of country churches and small rural schools. Local industry is clearly marked by several instances of Asphalt Quarry, reflecting the region’s geological importance.

Settlements like Windyville, Grassland, and Huff are connected by a web of narrow roads, including state routes 70 and 187. For genealogists and local historians, the map preserves the specific locations of community landmarks such as Mt Zion Ch, Poplar Springs Ch, and Alexander Cem. The survey also details specialized river infrastructure, notably the Gaging Station Lock No 6 on the river, essential for managing the waterway before later modern developments.