Blue Lick, Indiana facts for kids
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Blue Lick
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Clark County's location in Indiana
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 Blue Lick, Indiana
Location in Clark County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Clark |
| Township | Monroe |
| Elevation | 531 ft (162 m) |
| ZIP code |
47126
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| FIPS code | 18-06004 |
| GNIS feature ID | 449620 |
Blue Lick is an unincorporated community in Monroe Township, Clark County, Indiana, United States.
History
A post office was established at Blue Lick in 1837, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1905.
The community took its name from Blue Lick Creek. The creek was named for the blue slate in the riverbed. Blue Lick has been noted for its unusual place name.
Geography
Blue Lick is located at 38°30′30″N 85°48′17″W / 38.50833°N 85.80472°W.
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