Early Settlements & Origins

The history of the community traces back to 1822, when Thomas Jett acquired a large tract of land in the area. The fertile acreage formed the basis of the local farming community for decades.

Railroad Era & Naming

The turning point that transformed the rural crossroads into a recognized settlement occurred in 1882. Thomas Jett's heirs donated a portion of their land to the Louisville & Nashville Railroad (L&N) so that a local depot could be established. Grateful for the land grant, the railroad named the stop Jett Station. The depot allowed local farmers to efficiently ship agricultural goods and livestock to broader regional markets.

The Switzer Covered Bridge

A local post office was established shortly after the arrival of the railroad, opening on May 1, 1883.

• Interestingly, for its first few months of operation, the post office was briefly designated under the name Fogg, Kentucky, before being officially renamed Jett.
• The post office served as a vital community anchor for nearly a century before finally closing its doors on March 31, 1971, as rural mail delivery routes were consolidated.

Jett Today

Today, Jett exists primarily as a quiet residential and rural community. Geographically, its landscape has been altered by modern infrastructure; the historic settlement is situated near the junction of Interstate 64 and U.S. Route 60, placing it just a short drive east of Frankfort.