Buckshutem, New Jersey facts for kids
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Buckshutem, New Jersey
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 Buckshutem, New Jersey
Location in Cumberland County, New Jersey
Buckshutem, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Buckshutem, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Cumberland |
| Township | Commercial |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) |
| Area code(s) | 856 |
| GNIS feature ID | 875011 |
Buckshutem is a small, interesting place in New Jersey. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and people, but it doesn't have its own official local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Commercial Township.
Discover Buckshutem
Buckshutem is located in Cumberland County. It's a quiet spot in the southern part of New Jersey. The community is found near a body of water called Buckshutem Creek. It's also close to a pretty place called Laurel Lake.
What's in a Name?
The name "Buckshutem" is quite unique! Its origin is believed to be from Native American languages. However, there's another interesting story about how it got its name.
Some people say the name describes how the water moves. Buckshutem Creek flows very quickly. It empties into the Maurice River, which also has fast-moving water. When these two waters meet, they create a strong cross current. This current can make a boat "buck and shoot" through that part of the river. It's a fun way to imagine the power of the water!
