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1966 Map of Nolin Reservoir

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Nolin Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

The winding waters of Nolin Reservoir dominate this mid-century landscape, carving a deep blue path through the timbered hills of Edmonson and Grayson counties. This 1966 survey shows the reservoir at its normal pool elevation of 515 feet, creating a labyrinth of coves and branches such as Conoloway Creek and Long Fall Creek. The topography reveals the dramatic transition from the ridge-top settlements of Anneta and Iberia down to the shoreline developments like Nolin Lake Estates and Linwood Park.

To the south, the boundary of Mammoth Cave National Park encompasses landmarks like Whistle Mtn and Dismal Rock. Cultural sites include the Lincoln Sch and Union Light Ch, alongside local commercial hubs like Demunbruns Store. This era represents a significant shift for the region as the river-based economy of the Nolin River adapted to the permanent presence of the reservoir and the burgeoning recreational communities at Moutardier and Ponderosa.