Ruckerville is an unincorporated community in Clark County, in the U.S. state of Kentucky.[1]

History

A post office called Ruckerville was established in 1850, and remained in operation until 1909.[2] The community derives its name from Reuben Rucker, an original owner of the town site.[3]

References

  1. ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Ruckerville, Kentucky
  2. ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Ruckerville Post Office (historical)
  3. ↑ Rennick, Robert M. Kentucky Place Names. University Press of Kentucky. p. 258. ISBN 0-8131-2631-2.

37°56′01″N 84°05′40″W / 37.93361°N 84.09444°W / 37.93361; -84.09444


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