Cannonsburg, Kentucky facts for kids
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Cannonsburg, Kentucky
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 Cannonsburg, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Boyd |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.74 sq mi (4.52 km2) |
| • Land | 1.74 sq mi (4.52 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 605 ft (184 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 862 |
| • Density | 494.55/sq mi (190.90/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 21-12610 |
Cannonsburg is a small community in Boyd County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is a special area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for collecting statistics. In 2020, about 862 people lived in Cannonsburg.
Cannonsburg is located about 8 miles (13 km) southwest of Ashland. Ashland is a larger city in northeastern Kentucky. Most of Cannonsburg shares its ZIP code with Ashland. Cannonsburg is also part of the Huntington-Ashland Metropolitan Statistical Area. This larger area includes many towns and cities across West Virginia, Kentucky, and Ohio. In 2013, this bigger area had about 363,000 people.
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Where is Cannonsburg?
Cannonsburg is located in the valley of the East Fork Little Sandy River. The community is about 605 feet (184 meters) above sea level. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the Cannonsburg area covers about 4.5 square kilometers (1.7 square miles) of land. There is no water area within its boundaries.
Who Lives in Cannonsburg?
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| 2020 | 862 | — | |
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In 2020, the population of Cannonsburg was 862 people. This number comes from the U.S. Decennial Census, which counts everyone in the country every ten years.
Schools in Cannonsburg
Cannonsburg is home to two important schools. These are Boyd County High School and Cannonsburg Elementary School. Both schools are part of the Boyd County Public School District.
Getting Around Cannonsburg
Cannonsburg is an important spot for travel. It has one of the main access points for Interstate 64 (Kentucky). This highway connects the Ashland area to other major cities. These include Lexington, Kentucky and Huntington, West Virginia. You can reach I-64 from Cannonsburg using U.S. Route 60 and Kentucky Route 180.
Road Improvements
The exit for Interstate 64 at KY 180 (Exit 185) was finished in 1965. Later, in 1977, KY 180 was improved. A new four-lane section was built near I-64. This made travel safer and helped with traffic problems. Before these improvements, there were many accidents at this intersection. A new diamond-shaped exit was completed in 2008. This new design helped to make the area much safer for drivers.
Local Radio Station
Cannonsburg is home to the transmitter and tower for radio station WONS AM 1080. This station has been operating since 1987. It broadcasts Christian talk programs. The station is owned by Fowler Media. Its main studios are located in South Point, Ohio.
Fun Places to Visit
The Kyova Mall is located in Cannonsburg. It used to be called Cedar Knoll Galleria. In 2007, Phoenix Theaters opened a new movie theater inside the mall. This theater has ten screens and stadium seating. It helped bring more people to the mall. After the theater opened, several new restaurants also started businesses at the mall.
See also
In Spanish: Cannonsburg (Kentucky) para niños
