Carden, Kentucky facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Carden
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 Carden
Location in Kentucky
Carden
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Barren |
| Elevation | 718 ft (219 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CST) |
| GNIS feature ID | 507651 |
Carden is a small place in Barren County, Kentucky, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes and businesses that is not officially a city or town.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place without its own local government. It does not have a mayor or a city council. Instead, it is usually managed by the larger county government.
How Unincorporated Communities Work
People living in Carden get their services from Barren County. This includes things like roads, police, and fire protection. They do not pay city taxes. They only pay county and state taxes.
Why Some Places Are Unincorporated
Many small communities choose to stay unincorporated. This might be to keep their unique character. It can also be to avoid extra city taxes. They might prefer the county to handle their services.
Where is Carden Located?
Carden is found in the state of Kentucky. It is part of Barren County. Barren County is in the southern part of Kentucky.
Carden's Elevation and Coordinates
Carden sits at an elevation of 718 feet (about 219 meters) above sea level. You can find Carden on a map using its coordinates. These are 37 degrees, 2 minutes, 33 seconds North. And 85 degrees, 59 minutes, 55 seconds West. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on Earth.
