Bell Fork, North Carolina facts for kids
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Bell's Fork, North Carolina
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 Bell Fork, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
Bell Fork, North Carolina
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Pitt |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 252 |
| GNIS feature ID | 980939 |
Bell's Fork is a small community in Pitt County, North Carolina, United States. It is not an official city or town. Instead, it is known as an unincorporated community. Bell's Fork is located on North Carolina Highway 43. It sits right on the southeastern edge of Greenville.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live together. However, it does not have its own local government. This means it doesn't have a mayor or a city council. Instead, the area is usually managed by the larger county it is in. For Bell's Fork, that county is Pitt County.
Pitt County is one of the many counties in the state of North Carolina. North Carolina is a state in the southeastern part of the United States.
Special Places in Bell's Fork
Bell's Fork is home to a special building called Red Banks Primitive Baptist Church. This church is very important. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The National Register of Historic Places is an official list. It includes buildings, sites, and objects that are important in American history. When a place is on this list, it means it is recognized for its historical value. It also helps protect these places for the future.
