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2011 Map of Slade

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Slade
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Red River and its multiple forks carve through the landscape of eastern Kentucky, defining the layout of settlements like Slade and Glencairn. The area is characterized by an intricate network of hollows and ridges, including Bowen Hollow and Tunnel Ridge, which have historically dictated the placement of roads and transport. A notable engineering feature is the Nada Tunnel, which provides access through the high terrain to the north of the river.

Industry and public services are marked by the Big Sinking Oil Field in the south and the Frenchburg Correctional Facility in the northeast. For those researching local family histories, the Napier Cemetery and the presence of the Nada Lombard Post Office near Old Lombard offer specific points of interest. The landscape is also dotted with recreational landmarks such as the Pine Ridge Lookout Tower and The Silver Bridge.