Kirtley, Kentucky facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kirtley, Kentucky
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 Kirtley, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Ohio |
| Elevation | 390 ft (120 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 270 |
| GNIS feature ID | 508397 |
Kirtley is a small, quiet place in Ohio County, Kentucky, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live close together, but it's not officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Instead, the county government takes care of things like roads and services for Kirtley. Many small communities across the United States are unincorporated.
Where is Kirtley Located?
Kirtley is found in the western part of Ohio County, Kentucky. It's quite close to the Green River, which is a well-known river in the state. If you were to travel from Centertown, Kirtley is about 5.9 miles (9.5 km) to the west-northwest. It sits at an elevation of about 390 feet (119 meters) above sea level.
