Big Shoal, Kentucky facts for kids
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Big Shoal
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 Big Shoal
Location in Kentucky
Big Shoal
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Pike |
| Elevation | 669 ft (204 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CST) |
| GNIS feature ID | 2337506 |
Big Shoal is a small place located in Pike County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and people that doesn't have its own official city government.
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Discovering Big Shoal
Big Shoal is also known as a "coal town." This means that in the past, many people living there worked in coal mining. Coal mining was a very important industry in this part of Kentucky.
Where is Big Shoal Located?
Big Shoal is found in the eastern part of Kentucky. It's in a county called Pike County. This area is known for its beautiful mountains and valleys. The community is located at specific coordinates: 37°30′47″N 82°33′51″W / 37.51306°N 82.56417°W. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Big Shoal is a place where people live together, but it's not officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Instead, it's usually governed by the county it's in, which in this case is Pike County.
The History of Big Shoal
Big Shoal was once a busy place because of the coal industry. Many families moved there to work in the coal mines. The community even had its own post office at one time. However, the post office has since closed down. This often happens in smaller communities when populations change or industries shift.
