Map of Butler County, Kentucky, USA

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Map of Butler County - Butler County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Butler County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Butler County located in the map, major cities in Butler county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Butler County, Kentucky

Map of Butler County, Kentucky

About Butler County Map, Kentucky: The map showing the county boundary, county seat, major cities, highways, water bodies and neighbouring counties.

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Map of Butler County, Kentucky

Butler County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It's county seat is Morgantown. As per 2020 census, the population of Butler County is 12294 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 428 sq mi (1,109 km2). Butler County was established on 1810.

Butler County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateKentucky
County SeatMorgantown
Largest City/TownMorgantown
Established1810
Total Area431 sq mi (1,116 sq km)
Land Area426 sq mi (1,103 sq km)
Water Area5 sq mi (13 sq km)
Population12,371 (Census 2020)
Population Density29 people per sq mi
Time ZoneCentral Time Zone (CT)
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 231, Kentucky Route 70, Kentucky Route 79, William H. Natcher Parkway nearby area
Major RiversGreen River, Mud River
Neighboring CountiesOhio County, Warren County, Edmonson County, Logan County, Grayson County
Famous ForGreen River, rural landscapes, agriculture, and outdoor recreation
Top AttractionsMorgantown Green Riverfront, Charles Black City Park, Green River Ferry nearby area, Butler County Courthouse, outdoor fishing and boating
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Butler County, Kentucky

Butler County is located in south-central Kentucky and was established in 1810. The county seat and largest city is Morgantown, situated along the Green River. Butler County is known for its scenic countryside, agricultural heritage, river recreation, and small-town Kentucky culture. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Butler_County%2C_Kentucky?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

Cities and Communities in Butler County, Kentucky

City/TownPopulationLatitude & Longitude
Morgantown (county seat)2,500+37.2250°N, 86.6930°W
Rochester150+37.2092°N, 86.8769°W
Woodbury80+37.1803°N, 86.5244°W
JetsonUnincorporated37.3038°N, 86.6681°W
QualityUnincorporated37.2508°N, 86.7363°W
AberdeenUnincorporated37.2532°N, 86.8858°W
Bee Spring Nearby AreaRegional Community37.2855°N, 86.2871°W
HuntsvilleHistoric Community37.2977°N, 86.7706°W

Best Golf Courses in Butler County, Kentucky

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Cedar Pointe Golf CourseMorgantown Area37.2295°N, 86.7026°W
Bowling Green Country ClubNearby Bowling Green36.9717°N, 86.4664°W
CrossWinds Golf CourseNearby Bowling Green36.9904°N, 86.4341°W
Owensboro Country ClubNearby Owensboro37.7548°N, 87.0882°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Butler County

Major highways connect Butler County with western and south-central Kentucky communities.

  • U.S. Route 231 - major north-south route through Morgantown connecting Bowling Green and Owensboro
  • Kentucky Route 70 - east-west highway serving rural communities and regional traffic
  • Kentucky Route 79 - regional connector linking Butler County with nearby counties
  • William H. Natcher Parkway nearby area - major transportation corridor serving south-central Kentucky

Neighboring Counties of Butler County

  • Ohio County (northwest)
  • Warren County (south)
  • Edmonson County (east)
  • Logan County (southwest)
  • Grayson County (north)

What are Top Attractions in Butler County, Kentucky

The county offers outdoor recreation, riverfront scenery, and historic small-town attractions.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
Morgantown Green RiverfrontMorgantownRiverfront scenery, boating, and fishing
Charles Black City ParkMorgantownWalking trails, playgrounds, and recreation
Green River Ferry Nearby AreaRegional AreaScenic ferry crossings and river recreation
Butler County CourthouseMorgantownHistoric county landmark
Green River Scenic AreasCountywideFishing, kayaking, and nature views
Rochester Dam AreaRochesterWater recreation and river overlooks
Downtown MorgantownMorgantownHistoric shops and local restaurants
Rural Farmland Scenic DrivesCountywideRolling countryside and agricultural landscapes
Hunting and Wildlife AreasCountywideOutdoor sports and wildlife observation
Community Festivals and FairsMorgantown AreaLocal events and Kentucky traditions

Distance from Butler County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Morgantown to Bowling Green, Kentucky - 28 mi (45 km)
  • Morgantown to Owensboro, Kentucky - 55 mi (89 km)
  • Morgantown to Louisville, Kentucky - 108 mi (174 km)
  • Morgantown to Nashville, Tennessee - 88 mi (142 km)
  • Morgantown to Elizabethtown, Kentucky - 83 mi (134 km)
  • Morgantown to Lexington, Kentucky - 144 mi (232 km)
  • Morgantown to Evansville, Indiana - 92 mi (148 km)
  • Morgantown to Franklin, Kentucky - 50 mi (80 km)
  • Morgantown to Paducah, Kentucky - 125 mi (201 km)
  • Morgantown to Cincinnati, Ohio - 182 mi (293 km)
  • Morgantown to Clarksville, Tennessee - 78 mi (126 km)
  • Morgantown to Indianapolis, Indiana - 182 mi (293 km)

References

  1. Butler County Official Website
  2. Butler County, Kentucky - Wikipedia
  3. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
  4. Kentucky Atlas and Gazetteer
  5. Kentucky Tourism