Basin, Mississippi facts for kids
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Basin, Mississippi
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 Basin, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Basin, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | George |
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 666556 |
Basin, originally known as Helveston, is a small, quiet community in George County, Mississippi, United States. It is called an "unincorporated community." This means it does not have its own local government, like a city or town. Instead, it is managed by the county government.
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Discovering Basin, Mississippi
Where is Basin Located?
Basin is found in George County, Mississippi. This county is in the southeastern part of the state. Before George County was created, Basin was actually part of Jackson County, Mississippi. This shows how county borders can change over time.
A Glimpse into Basin's Past
For many years, Basin had its own post office. This post office served the community from 1887 until 1922. A post office was very important back then. It helped people send letters and packages. It also connected the community to the rest of the country.
What's in a Name?
The name "Basin" is also used for a special type of soil. The Basin soil series is named after this community. A soil series is a group of soils that have similar features. These features include how the soil formed and what it is made of. Naming a soil series after a place helps scientists know where that type of soil can be found.
