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Drake
Drake is located in Kentucky
Drake
Drake
Location in Kentucky
Drake is located in the United States
Drake
Drake
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Kentucky
County Warren
Elevation
551 ft (168 m)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP codes
42104
GNIS feature ID 507874

Drake is a small place in Warren County, Kentucky, United States. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.

Drake is located near a waterway called Drakes Creek. It has also been known by other names in the past, such as Old Drake or Whites Chapel.

About Drake

Drake is a quiet community with a small population. It is home to fewer than 2,000 people.

Where is Drake Located?

This community is found in the southern part of Warren County. It is about 60 miles north of Nashville, which is a big city in Tennessee.

A Glimpse into Drake's Past

Like many small communities, Drake has a history tied to its local businesses.

The Drake Country Store

The Drake Country Store was once a very important spot in the community. It used to be the local post office, where people would send and receive mail. Over time, the post office closed down. Today, the building is no longer a post office. Instead, it has been turned into a restaurant.

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