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1965 Map of Georgetown

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Georgetown
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

The town of Georgetown serves as the heart of this survey, anchored by the campus of Georgetown College and the historical Royal Spring site. Situated in Scott County near the border of Fayette County, the area showcases a classic Bluegrass landscape defined by thoroughbred culture and educational institutions. To the south, the sprawling grounds of the Kentucky State Horse Park and the Steeplechase Racetrack highlight the region's deep equestrian roots, while the University of Kentucky Agricultural Experimental Station indicates its role in local scientific advancement.

Industrial and transport corridors follow the Southern railroad line and the winding path of North Elkhorn Creek, connecting smaller settlements like Great Crossing and Paynes Depot. Significant local landmarks include the Cardome Academy, the Maple Grove Cem, and rural spiritual centers such as Berea Ch and Bethel Ch. This map records the early expansion of suburban neighborhoods like Indian Hills and Spindletop Estates alongside the established agricultural character of the inner Bluegrass region.