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2022 Map of Drakesboro

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Drakesboro
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

Drakesboro and its surrounding coal-country hamlets are documented in this modern survey of central Muhlenberg County. The landscape is deeply tied to the cultural heritage of the region, evidenced by landmarks like John Prine Ave and the Merle Travis Hwy, honoring the musical giants who immortalized this terrain. The map reveals a dense network of small communities including Bevier, Browder, and Beechmont, alongside legacy features such as the Hazel Creek Missionary Baptist Church.

The topography is defined by the winding course of the Mud River and its many tributaries like Pond Cr and Beech Cr. Numerous family and community burial grounds, such as Ebenezer Cem and Wyatt Chapel Cem, are scattered across the ridges, providing essential data for genealogical research. Industrial history is etched into the earth through features like P and M Haul Rd, reflecting the long-standing mining economy that shaped these valleys.