Piso, Kentucky facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Piso
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 Piso
Location in Kentucky
Piso
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Pike |
| Elevation | 801 ft (244 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 508829 |
Piso is a small place in Pike County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes and businesses that does not have its own local government like a city or town.
About Piso
Piso is located in the eastern part of Kentucky. It sits at an elevation of about 801 feet (244 meters) above sea level. The community is found at these coordinates: 37°38′9″N 82°28′3″W.
How Piso Got Its Name
The name "Piso" has an interesting story. A local person named Bud Williamson chose the name. He saw an advertisement for medicine in an old book called an almanac. The medicine was called "Piso's Cure for Consumption." He liked the name "Piso" and decided to use it for the community.
Post Office History
Like many small communities, Piso once had its own post office. This post office helped people send and receive mail. However, the post office in Piso has since closed down. Now, residents likely get their mail from a nearby town or city.
