2010 Map of Dingus

About this map

Dingus and its surrounding hollows in Morgan County are defined by a complex network of waterways, where Williams Creek and Lick Branch meet near family-held lands. The settlement pattern follows the narrow valleys of Open Fork Paint Creek and the Middle Fork Elk Fork, with small communities like Mima, Ophir, and Silverhill serving as anchors for the rural population. Numerous small burial grounds, including the Beculhimer Cemetery and Conley Cemetery, are tucked into the hillsides, reflecting generations of local family history. The topography is further marked by distinct landmarks such as Peddler Hill and Peddler Gap, which influenced early travel routes between the Coffee Creek and Stingy Fork drainages. This 2010 survey provides a modern view of these long-established mountain settlements and the naming conventions that have persisted in this corner of Kentucky.