2016 Map of Quicksand

About this map

Quicksand sits at a critical junction of transport and terrain in Breathitt County, where the north-south corridor of the Panbowl meets the winding path of the North Fork Kentucky River. This 2016 survey illustrates the modern layout of the region, anchored by the Julian Carroll Airport and the expanding footprint of Jackson. The landscape is defined by its deep hollows and narrow ridges, such as Shucky Bean Hollow and Roark Ridge, which have historically dictated the placement of small communities and family roads. The map records several localized settlements like Noctor, Portsmouth, and Kragon that remain tied to the river's valley floor. Researchers will find a network of branch roads, including Holly Fork Cemetery Rd and Lick Branch Noctor Rd, that connect isolated homesteads and family landmarks across the high knobs like Rainbow Hill and Pilot Knob.