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2019 Map of Hindman

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Hindman
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Hindman sits at the confluence of several mountain waterways, including the Left Fork Troublesome Cr and Right Fork Troublesome Cr, serving as a central hub for the surrounding hollows of Knott County. This modern survey reflects the intricate road network that traces the narrow valley floors, connecting communities like Pippa Passes and Leburn through passes such as Tadpole Hollow. The landscape is characterized by its dendritic drainage pattern, where numerous branches like Onion Blade Br and Alum Cave Br feed into the primary creek systems.

Local history is preserved in sites like the Madden Cem and the various family-named landmarks that dot the terrain. From the northern settlement of Garner to Spider in the south, the map illustrates how topography continues to dictate the placement of homes and infrastructure. The detailed plotting of secondary routes, including Ogden Branch Rd and Holly Hills Villa Rd, provides a clear view of residential development following the natural contours of the Kentucky hills.