2019 Map of White Oak

About this map

White Oak and surrounding communities in Morgan and Magoffin Counties are defined by the winding course of the Licking River, which carves through the Kentucky hills. This terrain is characterized by a dense network of branches and forks, including Vance Fork and Grape Creek, which historically dictated the placement of homesteads and small settlements. The map reveals a deeply personal geography through its numerous family cemeteries, such as the Andrew Jackson Patton Cem and the Patrick and Lovely Cem, which are tucked into the hollows near Bethanna and Kernie. Modern transportation is represented by the Bert T Combs Mountain Pkwy cutting across the southern portion, contrasting with the older, creek-side routes like Lick Creek Rd and Jones Creek Rd that connect rural points like Holliday and Wonnie.