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1980 Map of Hoskinston
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1980 Map of Hoskinston

USGS Topo · Published 1980

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The Middle Fork Kentucky River serves as the central artery for this mountainous region of Leslie County, where the coal industry profoundly reshaped the landscape by the early 1980s. Numerous Strip Mines and several oil wells are scattered across the high ridges, particularly near Muncy Creek and Little Stinnett Creek. Small communities like Hoskinston and Asher cling to the riverbank, while inland settlements such as Essie are found along the narrow hollows of Bowen Creek and Woodson Fork. Local genealogy is well-preserved through numerous scattered mountain cemeteries and country churches, including Grassy Branch Ch and Beech Fork Ch. The terrain is characterized by steep slopes and strategic passages like Stinnett Gap, reflecting an era of transition as traditional Appalachian life intersected with large-scale resource extraction.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1980
Date Published1980
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.5 x 27.4 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain