Seventy Six, Kentucky facts for kids
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Seventy Six, Kentucky
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Country | United States |
State | Kentucky |
County | Clinton |
Elevation | 958 ft (292 m) |
Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
Area code(s) | 606 |
GNIS feature ID | 509034 |
Seventy Six is a small place located in Clinton County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes and people that does not have its own local government, unlike a city or town.
Where Did the Name Come From?
The community of Seventy Six got its unique name from a beautiful natural landmark nearby. This landmark is a waterfall called Seventy Six Falls. The people who lived in the area decided to name their community after this special waterfall.
Location and History
Seventy Six is about 6.9 miles north of a larger town called Albany. For a long time, the community had its own post office, which helped people send and receive mail. However, this post office has since closed down.
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