2016 Map of Tiptop

About this map

Tiptop sits at the intersection of Magoffin and Breathitt counties, serving as a high-elevation point of reference within a landscape defined by sharp ridges and deep hollows. The settlement of Evanston anchors the southeastern portion of this survey, reflecting the area's history of extraction and labor indicated by names like Mine Shaft Rd and Silk Stocking Rd. The terrain is characterized by a series of named passes and peaks, including Hogtown Knob, Mullins Gap, and Big Lovely Mtn, which dictated the winding paths of local roads like Roanne Creek Rd and Slusher Branch Rd. Tracing the family-named landmarks such as Jim Prater Cemetery Rd and Nelse Hollow provides insight into the generational ties of this Appalachian region. The intricate network of ridges, such as Half Mountain Ridge, highlights the topographical challenges of navigation between the small communities of Duco and Tiptop during this era.