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Trimble County

Ohio River access and utility expansion make Trimble County a strategic corridor asset with growing development momentum.

9,100
Population
County residents
157
Sq Miles
Development area
Ohio River
Eastern Border
Water access
Active
Utility Expansion
In progress

Overview

County Profile

Trimble County borders the Ohio River on the corridor's eastern edge and is actively expanding utility infrastructure to attract industrial users. Small-town character combined with strategic corridor positioning and ongoing infrastructure investment make Trimble a compelling location for developers seeking competitive costs and rural authenticity.

Assets

Key Assets & Infrastructure

Ohio River Access
Eastern county border with water freight potential
Utility Expansion Program
Active electric and water infrastructure expansion
Small Town Assets
Bedford town center with revitalization potential
Rural Land Availability
Competitive land costs with development potential
Tourism Opportunity
River recreation and outdoor tourism assets
Grant-Eligible
Priority zone for ARC and USDA rural development

Economy

Major Employers & Industries

Milton-Madison Bridge Corridor
Transportation / Infrastructure
Agribusiness Operations
Agriculture
Trimble County Schools
Public Education
Small Manufacturing
Light Manufacturing

Opportunity

Development Opportunities

  • Utility-served industrial site development following infrastructure expansion
  • River recreation and agritourism development
  • Workforce housing to support regional corridor employers
  • Rural broadband hub enabling technology-sector remote work
  • Small-scale food and beverage manufacturing

Quick Facts

County SeatBedford
Population9,100
Area157 sq mi
River AccessOhio River
Grant ZoneARC Eligible
To Louisville60 min

Utilities Available

ElectricWaterNatural Gas

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