2016 Map of Dykes

About this map

Buck Creek winds through this section of the Cumberland Plateau, defining a landscape of deep hollows and narrow ridges within the Daniel Boone National Forest. The settlement pattern in this part of Pulaski County is characterized by small communities like Poplarville, Dykes, and Mount Victory, often situated near the heads of hollows or along ridge roads. The map reveals numerous family-named landmarks and historical sites, including Merritt Cem and Roper Cem, which offer significant value for genealogical research. Unique geological features such as The Sinks and Peter Cave Hollow illustrate the karst topography common to this region. Upland settlements like Piney Grove and Whetstone are connected by a network of local routes such as Cannonball Rd and Lizzie Ridge Rd, which trace the high ground above the many tributaries feeding the regional creek system.