Alton, Kentucky facts for kids
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Alton
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 Alton
Location in Kentucky
Alton
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Anderson |
| Elevation | 840 ft (260 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 200 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 485900 |
Alton is an unincorporated community located in Anderson County, Kentucky, United States. Its post office is closed.
The community was originally known as Rough and Ready after the nickname of United States President Zachary Taylor. The town was incorporated under this name in 1850.
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