Lee County, Administrative county in eastern Kentucky, United States.
Lee County spans across 547 square kilometers of land in Kentucky, with Beattyville serving as its administrative center at coordinates 37.59°N and 83.72°W.
The Kentucky General Assembly established Lee County on January 29, 1870, marking a period of territorial reorganization in the eastern part of the state.
The residents of Lee County maintain their local traditions through regular community gatherings and events at the Beattyville central square.
Visitors to Lee County can find accommodation options in nearby cities, including hotels in Hazard and Winchester that provide standard amenities.
Lee County operates under dry county regulations, which means the sale of alcoholic beverages remains prohibited within its administrative boundaries.
Location: Kentucky
Inception: January 29, 1870
Capital city: Beattyville
Shares border with: Powell County, Wolfe County, Breathitt County, Owsley County, Jackson County, Estill County
Website: http://leecounty.ky.gov
GPS coordinates: 37.59000,-83.72000
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:25
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