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1950 Map of Elliston

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Elliston
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1952
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1952

About this map

Eagle Creek snakes through the southern half of this mid-century landscape, defining the rural character of Grant County. The topography is dominated by the deeply incised valleys of Tenmile Creek and Arnolds Creek, where numerous fords such as Eagle Mill Ford provided vital crossing points before modern bridge infrastructure was fully realized. Small rural centers like Elliston and Downingsville serve as focal points for the surrounding agricultural community, often established at significant road junctions or near water sources.

Local history and genealogy are well-represented by the distribution of family-named landmarks and rural institutions. Vine Run Ch and Wesley Ch stand as community anchors alongside smaller settlements like Stallers and Arnolds. The map reveals a network of cemeteries including Sipple Cem and Redman Cem, tracing family lineages across the complex terrain. The presence of the Louisville and Nashville railroad through the northern section highlights the era's reliance on rail for transporting goods and connecting these isolated northern Kentucky hamlets.