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1973 Map of Glasgow South

Name: 1973 Topographic Map of Glasgow South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

The sprawling waters of Barren River Lake dominate the southwestern landscape of Barren County in the early 1970s. This survey illustrates the intricate interface between the rising reservoir and the rural community, where the Skaggs Creek and Beaver Creek valleys were reshaped by the impoundment. The city of Glasgow sits at the northern edge, showing a detailed layout of civic infrastructure including the County High Sch and Bunched High Sch, alongside the Cumberland Toll Road passing through the outskirts.

Beyond the urban center, the map reveals a countryside defined by deep-rooted family landmarks and active industry. Numerous Oil Wells are scattered across the terrain near Pritchardsville and Haywood, while smaller crossroads like Roseville and Bristletown maintain their local character. A network of country churches, such as Oak Grove Ch and Cedar Grove Ch, provides clear points of reference for genealogists tracing the social geography of this Kentucky region during a period of modern development.