Lewis County, Administrative county in northeastern Kentucky, United States
Lewis County is an administrative county in northeastern Kentucky that spans rolling forested terrain along the Ohio River border. Vanceburg serves as the county seat and contains the main government buildings, courthouse, and public facilities for the region.
The county was established in 1806 and named after explorer Meriwether Lewis from the Lewis and Clark Expedition. This naming connected the region to the broader story of westward exploration and development.
Local farming families shape the landscape here, with small operations that supply food to nearby communities and define how people use the land throughout the seasons.
The area is easy to navigate by car with roads connecting the main communities throughout the county. The Ohio River provides opportunities to experience the natural boundary that shapes how residents interact with the landscape.
Salt mining along Salt Lick Creek shaped early industrial activity in the region, particularly around Vanceburg. This natural salt source attracted early settlers and left marks on local development and the landscape.
Location: Kentucky
Inception: December 2, 1806
Capital city: Vanceburg
Shares border with: Adams County, Scioto County, Greenup County, Carter County, Rowan County, Fleming County, Mason County
Website: http://lewischamber.com
GPS coordinates: 38.53000,-83.39000
Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:29
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