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2016 Map of Creekville

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

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The Daniel Boone National Forest dominates this landscape along the border of Leslie and Clay counties, where a network of steep hollows and ridges defines the settlement patterns of the Kentucky mountains. Small communities like Creekville, Marcum, and Roark are situated along the narrow valley floors, connected by the winding course of Spring Creek and State Hwy 2000.

Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named landmarks such as Hoskins Knob, Asher Knob, and Henry Hollow, which reflect the long-standing heritage of these Appalachian communities. The map highlights the physical isolation and specialized geography of the region, from the high points of Rocky Mtn and Negro Knob to the primitive access provided by the Redbird Crest Tr. Significant local features like Mill Pond Hollow and Rich Cove Hollow provide insight into historical land use and early homestead locations within the forest boundaries.