Alpine, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Alpine, Indiana
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 Alpine, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Alpine, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Fayette |
| Township | Columbia |
| Elevation | 758 ft (231 m) |
| ZIP code |
47331
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| FIPS code | 18-01180 |
| GNIS feature ID | 430115 |
Alpine is a small, unincorporated community located in Columbia Township, Fayette County, Indiana. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.
A Look Back at Alpine's History
Alpine has a long history! The very first sawmill in Columbia Township was built right here in Alpine back in 1814. A sawmill is a place where logs are cut into lumber.
Later, around 1832, Alpine was officially planned out as a town. By 1885, it had grown to include a sawmill, a gristmill (which grinds grain into flour), and even a station for the Whitewater Valley Railroad.
A post office opened in Alpine in 1868. It served the community for many years until it closed down in 1966.
Where is Alpine Located?
Alpine is found in Indiana, specifically on State Route 121. It's about 6 miles (or 10 kilometers) south of a larger city called Connersville.
