1954 Map of Eli

About this map

Lake Cumberland dominates the southern landscape of this mid-century survey, with its branching waters filling deep valleys like Alligator Creek and Wolf Creek. The terrain is defined by a series of prominent ridges, including Bethany Ridge and Roy Town Ridge, which dictated the early settlement patterns of the region. Small communities and gathering places are scattered throughout the hills, from the hub at Eli and Irvins Store to remote outposts like Dorena and Vinnie PO. Local life is well-documented through a dense network of country institutions, including Parks Ridge Ch, Sunshine Sch, and Cedar Springs Ch. For genealogists, the map is particularly valuable for its numerous family-named landmarks and cemeteries, such as Whittle Cem, Popplewell Cem, and Gaskins Cem, many of which sit on the high ground overlooking the inundated river valleys.