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2019 Map of Raywick

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

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Raywick and the winding course of the Rolling Fork river anchor this Central Kentucky landscape, where the terrain transitions from high ridges like Scotts Ridge to fertile creek bottoms. The area is defined by its deep Catholic heritage, evidenced by settlements such as Saint Francis and Saint Joseph, along with the Saint Francis Xavier Cem. Further north, Loretto sits near the edge of a dissected plateau marked by distinctive peaks like Flag Knob and Bald Knob.

Transport and early commerce patterns are visible in the network of rural lanes, including the evocatively named Head Distillery Rd and Sulphur Lick Rd. These roads often follow the natural drainage of waterways like Prather Cr and Slate Cr. The map captures a contemporary look at these rural communities while maintaining the visible footprints of local family history through features like the Sutton Cem and numerous family-named roads.