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1970 Map of Willard, 1972 Print
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1970 Map of Willard

USGS Topo · Published 1972

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Little Sandy River and its numerous tributaries carve a complex landscape across the borders of Carter, Elliott, and Lawrence counties. By the early 1970s, the newly formed Grayson Lake had reshaped the northwestern corner of this area, though much of the surrounding terrain remains defined by the traditional ridge-and-hollow settlement patterns typical of eastern Kentucky. Small communities like Willard, Johns Run, and Beetle are linked by winding routes like KY 1 and KY 7, interspersed with numerous family cemeteries such as Hall Cem and McDavid Cem. The map reveals an active extractive economy, with mines and oil wells scattered throughout the hills, particularly near Jeriel and along Silver Mines Branch. From the recreational facilities at Grayson Lake State Park to the remote Backbone Hill, the sheet provides a detailed record of land use at the intersection of traditional Appalachian life and modern infrastructure.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1970
Date Published1972
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23 x 27.4 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain