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1981 Map of Independence

Name: 1981 Topographic Map of Independence
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

Independence serves as the focal point for this Kenton County landscape, situated along a network of winding roads like Stephens Rd and Bristow Road. The topography is defined by the significant meandering of Banklick Creek and Fowler Creek, which carve through the terrain as it transitions from the suburban edges of Covington and Erlanger into more open land. This era shows a community rooted in its institutions, featuring numerous spiritual and educational centers such as St Cecilias Ch, Simon Kenton High Sch, and Banklick Ch.

Transport patterns are shaped by the Louisville and Nashville railroad and the Southern line, which run roughly parallel to the primary north-south corridors. Notable local landmarks include the County Fairground and the Kenton County Public Park, reflecting the area's development as a regional hub for Northern Kentucky. For genealogists, the map preserves the locations of several burial grounds, including Floral Hills Memorial Gardens and the Independence Cem.