Norton Branch, Kentucky

Norton Branch is an unincorporated community in Carter County, in the U.S. state of Kentucky.[1]

History

A post office called Norton Branch was established in 1910, and remained in operation until 1912.[2] The community is located at the mouth of Norton Branch creek, from which it takes its name.[3]

References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Norton Branch, Kentucky
  2. "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 13 November 2017.
  3. Rennick, Robert M. (28 August 2013). Kentucky Place Names. University Press of Kentucky. p. 377. ISBN 0-8131-4401-9.

Coordinates: 38°19′49″N 82°48′22″W / 38.33028°N 82.80611°W / 38.33028; -82.80611

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