Livingston County, County seat and administrative center in western Kentucky, United States
The town of Smithland sits at the meeting point of the Ohio and Cumberland Rivers, providing natural waterway access for transportation and commerce.
Livingston County, established in December 1798, marks its position as one of Kentucky's oldest administrative divisions with Smithland becoming the county seat in 1841.
The Gower House, located along the Ohio River, represents the architectural methods and building techniques from the late 18th century Kentucky frontier period.
Livingston County Schools system manages educational facilities including Livingston Central High School and maintains a public library for county residents.
The Smithland Locks and Dam, constructed in 1979 by the United States Army Corps of Engineers, controls water flow at this significant river junction.
Location: Kentucky
Inception: December 13, 1798
Capital city: Smithland
Shares border with: Pope County, Massac County, Marshall County, Hardin County, Crittenden County, Lyon County, McCracken County
Website: http://livingstonco.ky.gov
GPS coordinates: 37.21000,-88.35000
Latest update: March 10, 2025 10:35
Kentucky Lake
23.1 km
Lake Barkley
23.9 km
Kincaid Mounds State Historic Site
19.1 km
Kentucky Dam
23.1 km
Fort Massac
32.6 km
Irvin S. Cobb Bridge
26.9 km
Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park
23.2 km
Lock and Dam Number 52
28.9 km
Tolu Site
26.8 km
Smithland Lock and Dam
8.5 km
Rowlandton Mound Site
28.5 km
Fort Anderson
25.9 km
Lloyd Tilghman House
26.3 km
Lloyd Tilghman Memorial
27.8 km
Mantle Rock Archeological District
17.3 km
Orr-Herl Mound and Village Site
25.1 km
David Yeiser House
26.1 km
Confederate Monument in Paducah
27.9 km
Golconda Historic District
21.2 km
Lusk's Ferry, Illinois
21 km
Oak Hill
20 km
Hardin County Courthouse
26.7 km
Fredonia Cumberland Presbyterian Church
25.9 km
Masonic Temple
26.4 km
Thomas Lawson House
25.1 km
Richard Olive House
9.2 km
Masonic Hall-Federal Commissary Building
9.2 km
Fort Massac State Park
30.8 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes