Beeville, Indiana facts for kids
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Beeville, Indiana
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Tippecanoe County's location in Indiana
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 Beeville, Indiana
Location in Tippecanoe County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Tippecanoe |
| Township | Lauramie |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47930
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| Area code(s) | 765 |
Beeville was a small, now-empty town in Lauramie Township, Indiana. It was located near the southern edge of Tippecanoe County in the U.S. state of Indiana. Today, Beeville is known as a ghost town, meaning it no longer has any residents or buildings.
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What Happened to Beeville?
Beeville was officially planned and marked out in 1884. This process is called "platting." It means someone drew a map dividing the land into lots for houses and businesses. Beeville was set up along the Toledo, St. Louis and Western Railroad.
Why Did Beeville Disappear?
Even though Beeville had at least 10 lots for buildings, it never grew very much. Only a few people ever lived there. Over time, the town slowly faded away. Today, you can find very little, if any, trace of Beeville.
Where Was Beeville Located?
Beeville was situated in Lauramie Township. It was found along the path of an old, unused railroad line.
Finding Beeville's Spot
You can find the exact spot where Beeville once stood using its coordinates. It was at 40°13'18" North latitude and 86°47'24" West longitude. This location is on County Road 600 East. The area is about 796 feet above sea level.
