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2019 Map of Noble

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

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

The settlement of Noble serves as the focal point for this 2019 survey, situated at the confluence of several winding hollows and branches in the heart of the Kentucky mountains. This landscape is defined by its deep dissection, where narrow ridges like Flint Ridge Rd and Apple Ridge Ln separate an intricate network of waterways such as Troublesome Cr and Leatherwood Cr. The map is particularly valuable for genealogical research, documenting numerous family-named landmarks and burial sites, including the Noble Cemeteries, Napier Cemeteries, and Allen Cem.

The border between Breathitt and Perry counties cuts through the southern portion of the quadrangle, while the Breathitt and Knott county line lies to the east. Distinctive topographic features like Cinder Knob and Chestnut Gap break the repetitive pattern of the hollows, such as Smoky Hollow and Bucklick Hollow. Cultural sites like Bethel Church and the scattered remnants of local infrastructure along Travelers Rest Rd provide a clear view of contemporary rural life in this corner of Appalachia.