2013 Map of Dawson Springs SW

About this map

Lake Beshear and the surrounding drainage of the Tradewater River dominate this portion of the Kentucky landscape. The area is defined by its water and ridges, with Pennyrile Lake and the recreational infrastructure of Pennyrile Forest State Park situated in the central eastern section. Local history is etched into the landscape through family-named features and rural settlements like Hawkins and Ruth. The road network, including Cerulean Springs Rd and Poole School Rd, suggests a long-standing rural community structure centered around agricultural and forestry needs. Topographic landmarks such as Copeland Bluff, Lisanby Ridge, and Flat Knob rise above the numerous creek valleys, including Clifty Cr and Piney Cr, creating a complex system of hollows and ridges that have shaped local transport and settlement for generations.