Breckenridge, Sangamon County, Illinois facts for kids
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Breckenridge, Illinois
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 Breckenridge, Sangamon County, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Breckenridge, Sangamon County, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Sangamon |
| Elevation | 587 ft (179 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 217 |
| GNIS feature ID | 422497 |
Breckenridge is a small place in Illinois, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is not a city or town with its own local government. Instead, it is part of a larger area called a township.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a group of homes or buildings. It does not have its own separate government. It is different from a city or a village. Cities and villages have their own mayors and councils. They make their own rules.
Unincorporated communities are usually managed by the county. For Breckenridge, this means Sangamon County helps with services. These services include things like roads and public safety. People living there still follow state and county laws.
Where is Breckenridge Located?
Breckenridge is found in Cooper Township. This township is located within Sangamon County. Sangamon County is in the state of Illinois.
You can find Breckenridge along Illinois Route 29. This is a main road in the area. It is about 4.2 miles (6.8 km) northwest of a town called Edinburg. So, it's a short drive away from Edinburg.
