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1953 Map of Hodgenville

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Hodgenville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1955
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1955

About this map

The rolling Kentucky landscape surrounding Hodgenville is defined by its deep ties to presidential history, most notably the Lincoln Memorial National Historic Park and the nearby Abraham Lincoln Boyhood Home along Knob Creek. This mid-century survey illustrates a rural infrastructure centered on the Nolin River and its various forks, where the Illinois Central railroad serves the county seat.

Smaller settlements and rural junctions like Buffalo, Leafdale, and White City anchor the surrounding farmland. Local genealogy and community life are well-documented through numerous landmarks, including Red Hill Cem, Friendship Ch, and the Wilkins Sch. The presence of the Airway Beacon near White City and the Gaging Sta on the river reflect the era's technical developments in navigation and water management within this traditional agricultural region.