2011 Map of Buckhorn

About this map

Buckhorn Lake dominates this landscape, created by the massive Buckhorn Dam on the Middle Fork Kentucky River. This 2011 survey illustrates the dramatic transformation of the Perry County terrain where steep-walled valleys like Lonesome Hollow and Coal Hollow meet the winding reservoirs. The settlement of Buckhorn sits just north of the dam, serving as a gateway to the water, while smaller communities such as Gays Creek and Confluence are situated along the complex network of drainage forks. Genealogists will find several family-named burial sites, including Johnson Cemetery and Aims Cemetery, preserved on the slopes above the rising water. The map traces the intricate riparian network of the North Fork Kentucky River and its many tributaries, providing a clear picture of the modern recreational infrastructure at Leatherwood Boat Ramps alongside traditional mountain hollows.