Kuttawa, Kentucky facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kuttawa, Kentucky
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Welcome sign in Kuttawa
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Location in Lyon County, Kentucky
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Lyon |
| Incorporated | 1872 |
| Named for | a Cherokee village |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.02 sq mi (7.81 km2) |
| • Land | 2.19 sq mi (5.67 km2) |
| • Water | 0.83 sq mi (2.14 km2) |
| Elevation | 463 ft (141 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 629 |
| • Density | 287.48/sq mi (111.02/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
42055
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| Area code(s) | 270 |
| FIPS code | 21-43264 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2404844 |
Kuttawa is a small city in Lyon County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as a "home rule-class city," which means it has some power to govern itself. In 2020, about 629 people lived there.
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Discovering Kuttawa's Past
Kuttawa was founded by Charles Anderson, who used to be the governor of Ohio. He bought the land in 1866. The town's name, Kuttawa, likely came from a Cherokee village that was once nearby.
People disagree about what the name "Kuttawa" means. Some say it means "beautiful," others "city in the woods," or even "great wilderness." The state government officially recognized Kuttawa as a city in 1872. That same year, it got its own post office.
How Lake Barkley Changed Kuttawa
In the early 1960s, a big project changed Kuttawa. The Tennessee Valley Authority built a dam across the Cumberland River. This dam created a large lake called Lake Barkley.
Because of this new lake, parts of Kuttawa and a nearby town called Eddyville had to be moved. Their original locations would have been underwater.
Exploring Kuttawa's Location
Kuttawa is in the northern part of Lyon County. To its east is the city of Eddyville. To the south, it borders Lake Barkley. This lake is a large body of water formed by the Cumberland River.
The city is mostly found near where two roads, U.S. Route 62 and Kentucky Route 295, meet. However, Kuttawa's city limits stretch out in different directions. They go southwest along US 62 and Kentucky Route 810. They also extend northeast to where US 62 meets Interstate 24 and Interstate 69.
Natural Wonders Near Kuttawa
The Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area is a large natural area. It sits across the lake from Kuttawa. This area is popular for outdoor activities.
Mineral Mound State Park is another park right next to Kuttawa on its eastern side. Two important dams are also close by. Barkley Dam is southwest of Kuttawa. Kentucky Dam, which holds back the Tennessee River, is also in that area.
Kuttawa is about 32 miles east of Paducah. It is also about 42 miles northwest of Hopkinsville.
Kuttawa's Population Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 294 | — | |
| 1890 | 587 | 99.7% | |
| 1900 | 858 | 46.2% | |
| 1910 | 889 | 3.6% | |
| 1920 | 850 | −4.4% | |
| 1930 | 883 | 3.9% | |
| 1940 | 1,125 | 27.4% | |
| 1950 | 794 | −29.4% | |
| 1960 | 635 | −20.0% | |
| 1970 | 453 | −28.7% | |
| 1980 | 560 | 23.6% | |
| 1990 | 535 | −4.5% | |
| 2000 | 596 | 11.4% | |
| 2010 | 649 | 8.9% | |
| 2020 | 629 | −3.1% | |
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In 2000, there were 596 people living in Kuttawa. There were 220 households, which are groups of people living together. Most households were married couples.
The population included people of different ages. About 14% were under 18 years old. A large part of the population, about 37%, was 65 years or older. The average age in Kuttawa was 55 years.
Understanding Kuttawa's Climate
Kuttawa has a climate with hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. It means the area gets a lot of rain and has warm temperatures for most of the year.
Learning in Kuttawa
The schools in Kuttawa are part of the Lyon County School District. This district manages the public schools for students in the area.
Famous People From Kuttawa
- Bill Cunningham: He used to be a judge on the highest court in Kentucky, the Kentucky Supreme Court.
- Joe Cunningham: He was a politician who represented a part of South Carolina in the United States House of Representatives.
See also
In Spanish: Kuttawa (Kentucky) para niños
