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1952 Map of Wilmore

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Wilmore
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1964
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

The winding Kentucky River carves deep meanders through the central Bluegrass region, defining the borders of Jessamine, Mercer, and Garrard counties. At the heart of this landscape, Wilmore serves as a primary settlement along the Southern railroad line, which crosses the river at the engineering landmark of High Bridge. To the south, the Dix River is transformed by the Dix Dam, creating the sprawling waters of Herrington Lake.

This mid-century survey captures a recreational and communal landscape characterized by numerous waterfront outposts such as Castlewood Camp, Ashleys Camp, and Hagers Camp. Local rural life is anchored by traditional institutions including Shakertown Sch, Mt Zion Ch, and the Rhorer Cem. Large loops in the river like Bowmans Bend and Handys Bend showcase the dramatic limestone palisades that have historically dictated transportation and settlement patterns in this part of Kentucky.