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2016 Map of White Oak

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of White Oak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The boundary between Morgan and Magoffin counties bisects a landscape defined by sharp ridges and deep hollows in eastern Kentucky. Small settlements and family-named landmarks are scattered throughout the terrain, following the winding paths of Jones Creek, Grape Creek, and Pricy Creek. Communities such as White Oak, Bloomington, and Wonnie serve as central points in a network of roads that navigate the complex topography, including State Hwy 1081 and several local routes like Carpenter Bend Rd.

Genealogists may find value in the specific road names and terrain features that reflect local heritage, such as Buckhart Cemetery Rd or the prominent Jeff Lewis Hill. The map detail shows the persistent settlement patterns along narrow valley floors and on elevated features like Ditney Ridge. This 2016 survey documents the enduring layout of rural mountain life, from the crossing at Sewell-Hamilton Ford Rd to the southern reach of Kernie.