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1959 Map of Frankfort West, 1967 Print
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1959 Map of Frankfort West

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

Frankfort and its western outskirts are anchored by the winding course of the Kentucky River and the rhythmic path of the Louisville and Nashville railroad. The landscape is deeply carved by water, with Benson Creek and South Benson Creek dictating the placement of early infrastructure like the Midland Trail and Old Harrodsburg Road. In this era, new residential expansions like Thistleton Heights and Cloverdale contrast with established rural hamlets such as Bridgeport and Evergreen. Local history is preserved in the numerous country churches and family landmarks, including Mt Zion Ch and the Sudduth Cem. The map captures a moment of mid-century modernization, evidenced by the development of the Capital City Airport and sections of road marked Under Construction, illustrating the transition of the Kentucky state capital as it reached beyond its river-bound core into the surrounding limestone hills.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1959
Date Published1967
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 27 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain