Alvaton, Kentucky facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Alvaton
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 Alvaton
Location in Kentucky
Alvaton
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Warren |
| Elevation | 663 ft (202 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
42122
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| GNIS feature ID | 485916 |
Alvaton is a small place in Warren County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that are not officially part of a city or town. Instead, it's governed by the larger county.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live that doesn't have its own local government. It doesn't have a mayor or its own city council. Instead, the county government takes care of things like roads, police, and fire services. Many small towns start this way before they grow big enough to become official cities.
Where is Alvaton Located?
Alvaton is found in the southern part of Kentucky. It is about 9.5 miles (which is about 15 kilometers) southeast of a bigger city called Bowling Green, Kentucky. You can find Alvaton along U.S. Route 231, which is a main road that runs through the area.
