2014 Map of Prichard

About this map

The Big Sandy River forms a sharp geographical boundary between Kentucky and West Virginia, anchoring a landscape where rail lines and river valleys dictated the placement of long-standing communities. At the southern bend, Fort Gay and Louisa sit at the confluence of major forks, serving as historical hubs for the surrounding river-fed valleys. To the north, the village of Prichard is situated along the riverbank, surrounded by a dense network of family-named cemeteries such as the Shannon Cem, Christian Cem, and Big Sandy River Cem. The map reveals a deeply etched topography where creeks like Tabor Cr and Hurricane Cr cut through the ridges, providing the primary routes for local roads and early settlements like Hubbardstown and Zelda. This 2014 survey documents the enduring layout of rural homesteads and burial grounds, such as the Billups Gap Cem and Lakin Cem, that mark the genealogy of Wayne, Lawrence, and Boyd counties.