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2019 Map of Madison West

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

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

The Ohio River carves a deep valley between Indiana and Kentucky, anchoring the historic riverside communities of Madison and Hanover. On the northern bank, the city of Madison sits at the base of steep bluffs near Springdale Cem, while the town of Hanover overlooks the river from a higher plateau. The dramatic topography is defined by features like Devils Backbone and Coopers Bottom, illustrating the sharp elevation changes that dictated early settlement patterns.

South across the river in Kentucky, the terrain rises into high ridges such as Liberty Ridge and Fisher Ridge. In the rural stretches of Jefferson and Trimble counties, historical landmarks like Old Bethel Church and various family burial grounds, including McIntire Cem and Zion Cem, are preserved among the winding roads. The map also records the Lee Bottom Airport along the river's edge, highlighting the continued importance of the valley for transportation and local commerce.