Bevier, Kentucky
Bevier (/bəˈvɪər/) is an unincorporated community located in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, United States.
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Bevier Location within the state of Kentucky Bevier Bevier (the United States) | |
Coordinates: 37°14′40″N 87°4′55″W | |
Country | United States |
State | Kentucky |
County | Muhlenberg |
Elevation | 417 ft (127 m) |
Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CST) |
GNIS feature ID | 507504[1] |
History
A post office called Bevier was established in 1882, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1952.[2] The community was named for Robert S. Bevier, a railroad official.[3]
References
- U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Bevier, Kentucky
- "Muhlenberg County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 16 April 2015.
- Anderson, Bobby (September 19, 2007). "Sandy Called These Names". Leader-News. pp. A12. Retrieved 16 May 2015.
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