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2019 Map of Shawhan

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

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

The South Fork Licking River carves a winding path through this central Kentucky landscape, serving as a primary geographic anchor for the region's rural character. In the northern reaches of the map, the city of Cynthiana marks a significant center of habitation, while smaller communities such as Lair, Shawhan, and Broadwell are dispersed along the road network. The topography is defined by numerous drainage systems, including Huskens Run, Townsend Creek, and Silas Creek, which dictate the placement of local pikes and farmsteads.

Genealogists and local historians can trace family ties through several named landmarks, such as the Smith Cem near Jacksonville. The southern portion of the sheet highlights the boundary between Harrison and Bourbon counties, featuring rural crossroads like Ewalt Crossroads and the settlement of Kiserton. Transportation infrastructure is anchored by major routes like Paris Pike and the proximity of the Cynthiana-Harrison County Airport, illustrating the modern connectivity of these established Bluegrass communities.