1970 Map of Frankfort West

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The Kentucky River winds through the eastern edge of this 1970s survey, where the seat of state government meets the rolling uplands of Franklin Co. The state's administrative heart is clearly defined by landmarks such as the State Capitol, City Hall, and the Museum, situated just east of the Louisville and Nashville Railroad line. Beyond the urban center, the landscape transitions into a network of ridge-top roads and creek valleys. The drainage of Benson Creek dictates the local geography, with small rural centers like Choateville and Bridgeport serving as anchors for the surrounding agricultural community. Deeply rooted family history is evident in the numerous small burial sites and country congregations, including Sudduth Cem, Mt Zion Ch, and St Johns Ch. This era shows the expansion of infrastructure around Frankfort, notably the Capital City Airport and the development of Juniper Hill Municipal Park near the municipal boundary.