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1923 Map of Mammoth Cave
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1923 Map of Mammoth Cave

USGS Topo · Published 1923

About this map

Mammoth Cave and the intricate subterranean networks of Great Onyx Cave and Great Crystal Cave anchor this 1920s topography of central Kentucky. The Green River and Nolin River wind deeply through the terrain, bridged only by numerous historic river crossings such as Houchins Ferry, Demunbrun Ferry, and Fishtrap Ferry. This period map reveals a landscape defined by sinkholes and hollows, where small settlements like Cade and Ollie are connected by a web of rural schools and churches. To the south, the Louisville and Nashville RR cuts across the flatter limestone plains, supporting the growth of Glasgow Junction and Smiths Grove. Genealogists will find a wealth of specific landmarks, from Good Spring Church to the Shively School, providing a detailed view of the rural social structure before the creation of the national park changed the local settlement patterns forever.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1923
Date Published1923
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions17.5 x 20.3 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain