Bowling Green in Warren County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
The Limestone Bluffs
Photographed By Chad Comer, January 11, 2011
1. The Limestone Bluffs Marker
The Barren River's bluffs generally consist of oolitic limestone. Subterranean erosion has resulted in a very unique karst topography which includes a proliferation of caves and sinkholes. High quality limestone was once quarried in Warren County and sold under the trade name "Bowling Green Limestone". It was used for the Governor's Mansion in Frankfort, KY and in buildings in Washington,D.C.Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Environment • Industry & Commerce.
Location. 37° 0.085′ N, 86° 25.884′ W. Marker is in Bowling Green, Kentucky, in Warren County. Marker is at the intersection of Riverview Drive (U.S. 31W) and College Street, on the right when traveling north on Riverview Drive. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Bowling Green KY 42101, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Civil War in Bowling Green (a few steps from this marker); The Barren River (within shouting distance of this marker); Bowling Green & Warren County (within shouting distance of this marker); The Bridge
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Photographed By Tom Bosse, July 5, 2019
2. The Limestone Bluffs Marker
Marker located on the right in the foreground.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 30, 2019. It was originally submitted on January 12, 2011, by Chad Comer of Gamaliel, Kentucky. This page has been viewed 726 times since then and 53 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on January 12, 2011, by Chad Comer of Gamaliel, Kentucky. 2. submitted on November 30, 2019, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
