Geologic image in the Kentucky Geological Survey data repository.Image Name: Shale, Pikeville Formation, Morgan County Image Date: 7/23/2007 Category: photo_outcrop Source: Carey, Dan Format: JPG Size (MB): 1.5 Pixel Dimensions: 1624 x 1596 Description: Shale in the Pikeville Formation is exposed in this roadcut on Ky. 519 in Morgan County. Shale makes a poor foundation, and construction on shale requires careful management to ensure proper drainage and slope stability. Photo by Dan Carey, Kentucky Geological Survey.