History Bath County was established in 1811 from land given by Montgomery County, Kentucky. Its name is derived from natural springs said to have medicinal qualities. The courthouse in Owingsville was destroyed by an accidental fire caused by Union troops during the American Civil War in 1864.
History Bath County was established in 1.811 from land given by Montgomery County, Kentucky. Its name is derived from natural springs said to have medicinal qualities The courthouse in Owingsville was destroyed by an accidental fire caused by Union troops during the American Civil War in 1864.