Offutt, Kentucky facts for kids
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Offutt, Kentucky
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 Offutt, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Offutt, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Johnson |
| Elevation | 646 ft (197 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
41237
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| GNIS feature ID | 509926 |
Offutt is a small place in Johnson County, Kentucky, United States. It's not an official city or town with its own government. It used to be called Ward City.
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What is Offutt?
Offutt is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that aren't part of a larger city or town. It doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Instead, it's governed by the county.
A Former Coal Town
Offutt was also a coal town. This means it was a community that grew because of coal mining. Many people who lived there worked in the coal mines. Coal towns were very important in Kentucky's history.
How Offutt Got Its Name
The community was first known as Ward City. But in the early 1900s, its name changed to Offutt. This new name came from James Offutt. He was the president of the Rockcastle Lumber Company. His company likely played a big role in the area.
Where is Offutt Located?
Offutt is found in eastern Kentucky. It's part of Johnson County. The community sits at an elevation of 646 feet above sea level. This means it's about 646 feet higher than the ocean.
Quick Facts About Offutt
Every place has a special code for mail delivery. Offutt's ZIP Code is 41237. This code helps the postal service deliver mail to the right place.
