2013 Map of Preston

About this map

Slate Creek and its many tributaries, including Little Slate Creek and Stepstone Creek, define the topography of this corner of eastern Kentucky. The landscape is dotted with small agricultural settlements and family-named landmarks like Howards Mill and Harpers Ridge. In the southern portion, the communities of Upper Spencer, Spencer Village, and Lower Spencer sit near the waters of Greenbrier Creek Reservoir. Significant genealogical detail is preserved through numerous family burial sites, such as the Thompson Cem, Powers Cem, and Karick Cem. The map illustrates the rural infrastructure of the early 21st century, showing the intersection of local routes like Preston Road and the broader reach of the Interstate system. From Walkers Crossing to the hamlet of Preston, the map documents a region where watercourses and ridge roads dictate the patterns of daily life.