Corinth, Rutherford County, North Carolina facts for kids
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Corinth, North Carolina
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 Corinth, Rutherford County, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
Corinth, Rutherford County, North Carolina
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Rutherford |
| Elevation | 1,014 ft (309 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 828 |
| GNIS feature ID | 983550 |
Corinth is a small place in Rutherford County, North Carolina, United States. It is 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.
Corinth is located about 2.2 miles (which is about 3.5 kilometers) east of another place called Bostic. It sits in the western part of North Carolina.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live together, but it doesn't have its own separate government like a city or town. Instead, it's usually governed by the larger county it's in. For Corinth, that's Rutherford County.
How are these places managed?
Since there isn't a mayor or town council just for Corinth, services like roads, police, and fire protection are handled by Rutherford County. This is different from a city, which would have its own departments for these things.
Where is Corinth Located?
Corinth is found in Rutherford County, which is in the state of North Carolina. North Carolina is a state in the southeastern part of the United States.
Nearby Places
Corinth is quite close to Bostic. Knowing its location helps people understand where it is on a map. It's part of the wider area of Rutherford County.
