Bearwallow, Kentucky facts for kids
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Bearwallow
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 Bearwallow
Location in Kentucky
Bearwallow
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Washington |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 507469 |
Bearwallow is a small community in Washington County, Kentucky, United States. It is known as an unincorporated area and a crossroads village. This means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own separate town government. Instead, it's managed as part of the larger county.
What is a Crossroads Village?
A crossroads village like Bearwallow is a small settlement that grew up where several important roads meet. Imagine a central point where different paths come together. For Bearwallow, these roads connect to nearby places such as Bardstown, Cisselville, Fredericktown, Manton, and McIntyre. This made it a natural gathering spot.
How Did Bearwallow Get Its Name?
The name "Bearwallow" has a fun and interesting origin! It comes from a small dip in the ground, like a little hollow. Long ago, bears would visit this spot to wallow in a mud hole. Wallowing means rolling around in mud or water, often to cool off or get rid of insects. So, the community was named after this special place where bears used to relax.
