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Coon Box, Mississippi
Coon Box, Mississippi is located in Mississippi
Coon Box, Mississippi
Coon Box, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Coon Box, Mississippi is located in the United States
Coon Box, Mississippi
Coon Box, Mississippi
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Mississippi
County Jefferson
Elevation
161 ft (49 m)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code(s) 601 & 769
GNIS feature ID 668795

Coon Box is a small, quiet place in Jefferson County, Mississippi, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.

Coon Box is located about 5.9 miles (9.5 km) north of a larger town called Fayette.

Exploring Coon Box and Its Surroundings

Coon Box might be small, but it's part of the wider history and geography of Mississippi. It's a place where people live, even without a formal town council or mayor.

The Historic Coon Box Fork Bridge

One of the most interesting features near Coon Box is the Coon Box Fork Bridge. This bridge is very special because it's listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's recognized for its important history and unique design.

The bridge is located about one mile southwest of the main area of Coon Box. Historic bridges like this one often tell stories about how people traveled and built things a long time ago. They are important landmarks that help us understand the past.

Geography and Location

Coon Box is located in Jefferson County, which is in the southwestern part of Mississippi. The area is part of the beautiful landscape of the state, known for its rolling hills and natural beauty. Being an unincorporated community, it blends into the rural scenery of the county.

The coordinates for Coon Box are 31°47′45″N 91°04′42″W. These numbers are like a unique address on a global map, helping pinpoint its exact location.

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