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2019 Map of Isonville

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

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Sandy Hook and the surrounding Elliott County landscape are defined by the winding waters of the Little Sandy River and its numerous forks. This 2019 survey captures a complex network of narrow valleys and hollows, where small settlements like Isonville, Newcombe, and Roscoe follow the contours of the land. The region’s geography is deeply rooted in family history, evidenced by landmarks such as Zach Rice Hollow and Rice Hollow, alongside established burying grounds like the Burton Cem and Arthur Bays Cem.

Industry and topography meet at Coal Hollow, reflecting the area's geological character. High points like Buck Knob and Peters Hill overlook the convergence of Middle-Fork Little Sandy River and Brier Fork. This map provides an essential reference for understanding the modern rural structure of eastern Kentucky, where legacy roads like Fannin-Roscoe Rd and Sloans Cemetery Rd connect isolated homesteads and communities.