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1965 Map of Burnside

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Burnside
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1967
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

The waters of Lake Cumberland dominate this mid-1960s landscape, winding around prominent landforms like Woodson Bend and Antioch Bend. The town of Burnside sits at the northern confluence of the Cumberland River and its South Fork, adjacent to the developed General Burnside Island State Park. This era shows a community navigating the intersection of traditional industries and new recreational opportunities created by the reservoir.

South of the main waterways, the rugged terrain of the Daniel Boone National Forest is dotted with small settlements like Sloans Valley and Alpine, connected by the Southern railroad line. Local history is deeply etched into the topography through numerous family landmarks and rural institutions, including Grave Hill Church, Piney Grove Church, and the distinctive Seed Tick Knob. Evidence of past industry remains visible near Tateville, where Charcoal Ovens and a Quarry are noted alongside an Old Railroad Grade.