Walton (Ky.)

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Title
Walton (Ky.)
Alternate name
Gaines Crossroads (Ky.)
Description
Walton is one of the oldest settlements in Boone County, and grew to be the largest town in the county in the late 19th century, due to the Covington-Lexington Turnpike and the advent of the railroads. With the move to interstate travel, Florence has overtaken Walton as the largest town.
The town cemetery, founded by the First Baptist Church of Walton is located north of downtown.
Before date
1815
Identifier
USGS GNIS Feature ID: 509314
Latitude
38.86859534
Longitude
-84.61338462
Target coordinates
707235.344 m
4304652.959 m

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