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Bass, Alabama
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 Bass, Alabama
Location in Alabama
Bass, Alabama
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Jackson |
| Elevation | 620 ft (189 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
35772
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| Area codes | 256/938 |
| GNIS feature ID | 156032 |
Bass is a small place in northern Jackson County, Alabama, United States. It is an unincorporated community, which means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Bass is located about six miles northwest of Stevenson.
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The History of Bass, Alabama
How Bass Station Got Its Start
Bass was first known as Bass Station. It became a stop along the Nashville, Chattanooga and St. Louis Railway (NC&StL). This important railroad line was built in 1853.
Where the Name Bass Came From
The name "Bass" was chosen by Vernon King Stevenson. He was the president of the NC&StL railway. He named the station to honor his wife, Maria Louisa Bass. Her maiden name was Bass.
A Post Office and Railroad Changes
A post office was opened in Bass in 1873. However, it did not stay open forever and was later closed. The Louisville and Nashville Railroad took control of the NC&StL railway in 1880. Even after this, the NC&StL continued to run on its own for many years. The two railroad companies finally joined together in 1957.
