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2013 Map of Lexington West

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Lexington West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The western reaches of Lexington and the surrounding Fayette County landscape reveal a transition from suburban neighborhoods to the thoroughbred country of central Kentucky. Large-scale landmarks like the Keeneland Race Course and Blue Grass Airport occupy significant acreage on the western edge, illustrating the area's equestrian and transportation importance. The map captures a dense cluster of burial grounds, including the expansive Lexington Cem, the Lexington National Cem, and Calvary Cem, providing valuable touchstones for genealogical research.

Residential development is organized into distinct enclaves such as Beaumont Park, Gardenside, and Cardinal Valley, while smaller, historically significant settlements like Yarnallton and Bracktown appear to the northwest. The terrain is defined by the winding paths of Town Br, Steeles Run, and Wolf Run, which cut through the suburban grid and the open fields of the Bluegrass region. These waterways and the detailed street networks offer a precise view of the city's westward expansion at this time.