Owsley County, County seat in eastern Kentucky, United States
Owsley County is an administrative division in eastern Kentucky that encompasses several small communities centered around Booneville. The landscape consists of forested hills, river valleys, and the Kentucky River, which flows through the region.
The area was established in 1843 when Elias Moore donated land for Booneville, which became the county seat in 1847. The region developed as part of Appalachian communities with a history rooted in self-reliance and local connections.
The Moyers Building, listed in the National Register of Historic Places since 1982, represents the architectural heritage of Owsley County.
Roads follow the natural terrain and connect the scattered communities through rural routes; local signage provides the best orientation. A vehicle is necessary for getting around since the region is sparsely populated and lacks public transportation.
Charles E. Long held the position of Booneville mayor from 1959 to 2019, marking six decades of continuous leadership in local government.
Location: Kentucky
Inception: January 23, 1843
Capital city: Booneville
Shares border with: Clay County, Perry County, Breathitt County, Lee County, Jackson County
Website: http://owsleycountykentucky.org
GPS coordinates: 37.41000,-83.69000
Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:26
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