Bigneck, Illinois facts for kids
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Bigneck, Illinois
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The Illinois Department of Transportation sign entering Bigneck from Highway 61 North
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 Bigneck, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Bigneck, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Adams |
| Elevation | 673 ft (205 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 217 |
| GNIS feature ID | 422221 |
Bigneck, sometimes called Big Neck, is a very small place in Illinois, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it is a group of homes that does not have its own local government, like a town or city would. It is located in Adams County.
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Discover Bigneck, Illinois
Bigneck is a quiet spot in Adams County. It is part of Keene Township. An unincorporated community is a small area that does not have its own city government. Instead, it is governed by the county or township.
Where is Bigneck Located?
Bigneck is found in the western part of Illinois. It is about 7.7 miles (12.4 kilometers) west-northwest of a town called Golden. The community is easy to reach by Illinois Route 61. This road helps connect Bigneck to other areas.
What is in Bigneck Today?
Today, Bigneck is a very small place. There are only about two houses left in the community. You will not find any businesses there now. Bigneck once had its own post office, but it is no longer open.
Famous People from Bigneck
Even though Bigneck is small, a notable person was born nearby. A. Otis Arnold (1878–1941) was born in Adams County, close to Bigneck. He became a successful businessman and politician in Illinois.
