2013 Map of Whitesburg

About this map

The N Fork Kentucky River defines the northern reaches of this mountain landscape, winding through the valley near Whitesburg and West Whitesburg. This area is characterized by deep hollows and ridges, such as Little Fork Ridge and Barn Ridge, which have long dictated the placement of small communities and family farmsteads. Significant family-named landmarks including Blair Cem, Maggard Cem, and Boggs Cem are scattered across the terrain, reflecting deep roots in the region. The southern edge of the survey transitions toward the Poor Fork Cumberland River near Eolia. This hydrology creates a distinct geographical divide, where the headwaters of two major river systems nearly meet. Industrial influence is noted by the presence of the CSX RR and labels like Coal Company Rd, indicating the importance of resource extraction to the local economy near Ice and Whitco.