Ivyton, Kentucky facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ivyton, Kentucky
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 Ivyton, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Ivyton, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Magoffin |
| Elevation | 984 ft (300 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 508324 |
Ivyton is a small place in Magoffin County, Kentucky, in the United States. It's known as 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.
About Ivyton
Location and Features
Ivyton is located in the eastern part of Kentucky. It sits along Kentucky Route 114, which is a main road in the area. The community is southeast of Salyersville, which is the biggest town in Magoffin County and where the main county offices are.
The land where Ivyton is located is about 984 feet (or 300 meters) above sea level. This elevation gives it a unique position in the landscape of Kentucky.
A Bit of History
Ivyton has been around for a long time. A post office was opened in the community way back in 1883. This was an important step, as it meant people in Ivyton could send and receive mail more easily.
The name "Ivyton" comes from something very natural. The area had a lot of ivy plants growing there. So, the people decided to name their community after the beautiful plants that were so common around them.
