1929 Map of Smithland

About this map

The Smithland area serves as a critical junction for three major American waterways, where the Cumberland River and Tennessee River converge into the Ohio River. This 1920s survey captures the region's intense river-based economy, evidenced by numerous historical river access points such as Lemmon Landing, Haddock Ferry, and Cooper Landing. The landscape is dotted with early 20th-century rural infrastructure, from the Salty Point Sch to the Illinois Central railroad corridor passing through Calvert City. Mining activity is prominent in the northern reaches of the quadrangle, with the Klondike Mine and Royal Mine located near Burna. Further west, the Illinois shoreline reveals archaeological and natural landmarks like Kincaid Mounds Lake and Beaverdam Lake, contrasting with the more industrial and transit-focused Kentucky side of the rivers.