Ashbyburg, Kentucky facts for kids
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Ashbyburg, Kentucky
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 Ashbyburg, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Ashbyburg, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Hopkins |
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 270 |
| GNIS feature ID | 486078 |
Ashbyburg is a small, unincorporated community located in Hopkins County, Kentucky, in the United States. An unincorporated community means it does not have its own local government, like a city or town.
You can find Ashbyburg in the northeastern part of Hopkins County. It is situated close to the Green River. Also, Kentucky Route 370 runs nearby. Ashbyburg is about 6.1 miles (9.8 km) west of Calhoun.
Ashbyburg's Story
Ashbyburg became an officially recognized community in 1829. This process is called "incorporation." It means the community was given legal status.
The community received its name from General Stephen Ashby. He was an important figure in the area's early history.
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