Summit, Kentucky facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Summit
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 Summit
Location in Kentucky
Summit
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Boyd |
| Population
(2000)
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| • Total | unknown |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
Summit is a small community located in Boyd County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is an unincorporated community, which means it's not a separate city with its own government, but rather a part of the larger county area. Summit is found just west of Ashland on US 60. Many people who live in Summit work or go to school in Ashland, making it a close neighbor.
Summit is part of a larger area called the Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH, Metropolitan Statistical Area. This area includes parts of West Virginia, Kentucky, and Ohio. In 2000, about 288,649 people lived in this larger metropolitan area.
The name "Summit" came from a railroad station built there in the 1800s. It was called Summit because the land is flat and higher than other areas nearby. This unique flat land was formed by an ancient river called the Teay's River and a large old lake known as Glacial Lake Tight.
A railroad line was built through Summit in the late 1800s. It helped the local farmers transport their goods. However, the station eventually closed because Ashland was so close. Summit grew slowly until a federal prison was built there. Also, improvements to U.S. Route 60 made it easier for people to travel to and from Ashland.
Learning in Summit
Summit is home to two public schools that are part of the Boyd County Public School District.
- Summit Elementary
- Boyd County Middle School
Fun Places to Visit
Summit has some great spots for recreation and community activities.
Armco Park
Armco Park is a popular place for people in Summit to relax and have fun. It's a community park with several interesting features.
- Boyd County War Memorial: This memorial honors people from Boyd County who served in wars.
- John CC Mayo Amphitheatre: This is an outdoor stage where events and performances can be held.
Ashland Boyd County Dog Park
If you have a dog, the Ashland Boyd County Dog Park is a fantastic place to visit. It was created in 2003.
- This park gives dogs a safe and fun area to run and play without a leash.
- Owners can watch their dogs while they enjoy the open space.
