Butler County, Kentucky
The Green River runs through the county, providing plenty of good fishing spots. Rochester Dam is a local landmark in the northwest and a popular place for picnicking and enjoying the outdoors.
The Green River runs through the county, providing plenty of good fishing spots. Rochester Dam is a local landmark in the northwest and a popular place for picnicking and enjoying the outdoors.
About 12,000 people call Butler County home, yet its land area ranks among the larger counties in Kentucky. U.S. Route 231 provides an important connection to Morgantown and other nearby communities. With its open farmland, winding river, and small-town character, Butler County offers a quiet slice of western Kentucky.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Butler County |
| County Seat | Morgantown |
| Etymology | Named after General Richard Butler, a soldier in the American Revolutionary War |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Morgantown, Rochester, Woodbury, Aberdeen, Roundhill |
| Interstates and Highways | US-231, KY-70, KY-79 |
| FIPS Code | 21-031 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 432 sq mi (Land: 426 sq mi; Water: 6 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Ohio County (Northwest), Grayson County (Northeast), Edmonson County (East), Warren County (Southeast), Logan County (South), Muhlenberg County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Kentucky |
| Coordinates | 37.2082° N, 86.6975° W |
| Major Landmarks | Green River, Charles Black City Park, Butler County Public Library |
| Population | Approximately 12,000 |
