Bee Spring, Kentucky facts for kids
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Bee Spring, Kentucky
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 Bee Spring, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Bee Spring, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Edmonson |
| Elevation | 673 ft (205 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CST) |
| ZIP code |
42207
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| Area code(s) | 270 and 364 |
| GNIS feature ID | 486681 |
Bee Spring is a small place in northern Edmonson County, Kentucky, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community" because it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county. In the year 2000, about 1,335 people lived in the area covered by Bee Spring's ZIP code.
Where is Bee Spring Located?
Bee Spring is found in the north-central part of Edmonson County. It's about 7 miles (11 km) north of Brownsville, which is the main town in the county.
Main Roads and Nearby Areas
The most important road in Bee Spring is KY 259. This highway runs right through the community. Bee Spring is also considered part of the larger Bowling Green area.
Another important road, KY 728, starts just south of Bee Spring. This road can take you to Nolin Lake State Park, a fun place to visit. The Nolin Dam, which helps create Nolin Lake, is also located along KY 728, just southeast of Bee Spring.
Bee Spring's Post Office History
The community of Bee Spring has had its own post office for a very long time. It first opened its doors way back in 1854. In 1963, when ZIP codes were first introduced across the United States, Bee Spring was given its own special code: 42207.
