Riverwood
A community guide to Riverwood in Kentucky, the United States.
- Population
- 459 residents
- Region
- Kentucky
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 38.2831, -85.6616
Climate
The climate at Riverwood is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 38.28 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Riverwood experience. Visitors planning a trip to Riverwood should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Overview
Riverwood is a populated place in Kentucky, the United States. The community supports 459 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Kentucky. Its position within the broader regional network gives Riverwood a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Riverwood sits at approximate coordinates 38.2831 latitude and -85.6616 longitude within Kentucky. The terrain and natural features around Riverwood reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Kentucky road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Community and amenities
Riverwood offers the everyday community amenities that one would expect of a populated place in Kentucky: places to gather, public spaces, and services that connect residents to each other and to the wider region. Educational, cultural, and recreational facilities serve the local population and reflect the priorities of Riverwood's residents. Visitors passing through Riverwood encounter a community whose character is built on the patient work of generations of locals.