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2019 Map of Manchester

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

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Manchester serves as the focal point of this Clay County landscape, where the confluence of numerous creeks and branches defines the settlement pattern. The terrain is characterized by a dense network of watercourses, including Goose Creek and its many tributaries like Little Goose Creek and Gabbard Fork. These valleys provide the corridors for local travel and habitation, linking smaller communities such as Burning Springs and Fall Rock.

Genealogical researchers can identify several key burial sites throughout the hills, including Island Creek Cem and Brown Mission Cem. The physical geography is marked by distinct landmarks like Pilot Mtn and transit points such as Spice Gap and Coder Gap. The modern infrastructure of the Hal Rogers Pky cuts through the southern portion of the map, illustrating how recent transportation developments have integrated this part of the Kentucky mountains with the broader region.