Bluff City, Schuyler County, Illinois facts for kids
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Bluff City, Illinois
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 Bluff City, Schuyler County, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Bluff City, Schuyler County, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Schuyler |
| Elevation | 449 ft (137 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 217 |
| GNIS feature ID | 404616 |
Bluff City is a small place in Schuyler County, Illinois, United States. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's managed by the county.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Bluff City is a settlement without its own city government. It does not have a mayor or a city council. Services like roads and police are usually handled by the county. This is different from a city or town, which has its own local rules.
Where is Bluff City Located?
Bluff City is found in Hickory Township. This is in the western part of Illinois. It sits along a road called Illinois Route 100. If you travel about 8.5 miles (13.7 km) east-northeast from a place called Browning, you will find Bluff City.
