1954 Map of Smithfield

About this map

Louisville and Nashville railroad tracks anchor the landscape of this mid-century survey, connecting a string of small rural communities through the hill country where Henry, Oldham, and Trimble counties meet. The settlement at La Grange serves as a primary hub in the west, while smaller rail-aligned stations like Jericho, Pendleton, and Sulphur suggest the enduring importance of steam and diesel transport for local agriculture. The terrain is deeply dissected by numerous waterways, most notably the Little Kentucky River and the headwaters of Floyds Fork, creating a winding network of ridges and hollows that dictated the placement of early homesteads and cemeteries.