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2010 Map of Pleasant Green Hill

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Pleasant Green Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Sinking Fork and Pleasant Green Hill anchor this rural landscape in Christian County, where the dendritic drainage patterns of the Tradewater River and its various tributaries define the local geography. The area's agricultural and social history is visible through a network of country roads named for local families, such as Dudley Boyd Rd and J Gresham Rd, connecting small settlements and isolated farmsteads. Genealogical interest is concentrated in several burial sites including Fuller Cemetery, Hamby Cemetery, and Wood Cemetery.

Water plays a central role in the topography here, with the West Fork, East Fork, and main stem of Sinking Fork creating a complex waterway system alongside Muddy Fork and Shurdan Creek. To the east, Lake Blythe provides a distinct landmark amidst the winding creeks. The map also features Green Hill Memorial Gardens, reflecting the long-term stewardship and community planning of this corner of Kentucky.