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2019 Map of Polkville

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

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

The Barren River winds through the rural landscape of Warren and Allen Counties in this 2019 survey, defining a terrain of deep meanders and alluvial lowlands. Small agricultural communities such as Polkville, Hardcastle, and Gotts are scattered along the ridge tops and valley floors, connected by a network of local roads including Porter Pike and Cemetery Rd. The map reveals a high density of family and community burial grounds, such as Kimbrough Cem, Petty Cem, and Gilmore Cem, which serve as vital markers for local genealogical research.

Water plays a central role in the geography here, with Drakes Creek and Bays Fork feeding into the primary river system. An Iron Bridge spans the water on the eastern edge of the quadrangle, illustrating the crossing points necessary for rural commerce. The intricate contour lines highlight the sinkholes and karst topography typical of this Kentucky region, particularly evident around settlements like Greenhill and Motley.