2022 Map of Dingus

About this map

Crockett and Moon anchor the northern reaches of this region, where the terrain is carved by the Open Fork Paint Creek and its many tributaries. The settlement pattern follows the narrow valley floors, with small communities like Dingus, Mima, and Ophir connected by winding routes such as State Hwy 437. Family history is deeply etched into the land, evidenced by numerous hillside burials including Skaggs Cem, Ferguson Cem, and Beclhimer Cem. To the south, the landscape rises toward Pedler Hill and the pass at Peddler Gap, marking the transition toward Silverhill near the border of Magoffin County. The intricate drainage network of Upper Sandlick Creek and Cindas Creek illustrates the complex topography of the Cumberland Plateau, where every hollow and branch serves as a namesake for local family lineage.