2022 Map of Madison West

About this map

Hanover and the western reaches of Madison overlook the Ohio River from the Indiana side of the border, where the land breaks into complex ridges and bottoms. This area is defined by sharp topographic shifts, such as the Devils Backbone and the numerous waterfalls like Chain Mill Falls and Fremont Falls that drop toward the river. The Kentucky shoreline in Trimble County is marked by fertile stretches like Coopers Bottom and Spring Creek Bottom, contrasting with the high ground of Liberty Ridge and Fisher Ridge. Genealogical interest is high throughout this landscape, with established burying grounds including Old Bethel Cem, Hanover Cem, and the more remote Zion Cem. The transition from the town grid of Madison to the rural expanses of Saluda illustrates the varying settlement patterns along the river corridor, supported by the presence of the Lee Bottom Airport and small hamlets like Trout on the Kentucky side.