2013 Map of Whitley City

About this map

Whitley City serves as the central hub of this McCreary County corridor, where development follows the north-south axis of the highway and rail lines. The landscape is deeply carved by water, with Bridge Fork and Laurel Creek creating a complex topography that dictates the placement of settlements like Marshes Siding and Stearns. Family history is preserved in numerous upland burial sites, including Carter Cem and Hollaway Cem, which are often located on the ridges above the winding creeks. Industrial and civic heritage is represented by the Stearns State Lookout Tower and the Mc Creary County Airport, reflecting the area's transition into the 21st century. The southeastern portion of the map is dominated by the Laurel Creek Reservoir and the rural community of Gilreath, illustrating the reliance on local water resources within this wooded plateau region.