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2022 Map of Hyden West

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Hyden West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

Thousandsticks sits at a central convergence of the winding Appalachian terrain, where the Hal Rogers Pky cuts through the steep ridges of Leslie County. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of narrow hollows and creeks, including Hell for Certain Cr and Bullskin Cr, which have dictated the patterns of settlement for generations. Small communities like Kaliopi, Sizerock, and Jason are tucked into these drainages, often centered around family landmarks and local burial grounds.

Genealogists will find a wealth of specific local history in the numerous family cemeteries scattered across the high ground, such as Couch Cem, Sizemore Cem, and Begley Cem. The map traces the rugged crests from Buzzard Roost to Lucindas Knob, following the Redbird Crest Trl as it winds along the southern ridges. This 2022 survey captures the persistent rural character of the region, showing how modern infrastructure like State Hwy 257 follows the ancient paths established by the Jacks Fork and other watercourses.