Balltown, Kentucky
Balltown is an unincorporated community in Nelson County, in the U.S. state of Kentucky.
History
A post office was established at Balltown in 1884, and remained in operation until 1904. The community was named in honor of James Ball, a pioneer settler.
Services
Balltown is within the jurisdiction of The Nelson County Sheriff's Office. Residents receive electric power from East Kentucky Power Cooperative.
References
- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Balltown, Kentucky
- ^ "Nelson County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved October 7, 2015.
- ^ Rennick, Robert M. (August 28, 2013). Kentucky Place Names. University Press of Kentucky. p. 54. ISBN 0-8131-4401-9.
- ^ "Three injured in Balltown Road head-on collision Monday afternoon". Nelson County Gazette. WBRT Radio. May 6, 2019. Retrieved October 30, 2024.
- ^ "Copper thieves strike East Kentucky Power's Balltown substation". Nelson County Gazette. April 20, 2011. Retrieved October 30, 2024.
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