Cottonton, Alabama facts for kids
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Cottonton , Alabama
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 Cottonton, Alabama
Location in Alabama
Cottonton, Alabama
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Russell |
| Elevation | 220 ft (70 m) |
| Population | 136 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
36851
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| Area code(s) | 334 |
| GNIS feature ID | 116693 |
Cottonton is a small, unincorporated community located in Russell County, Alabama, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
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Exploring Cottonton's Location
Where is Cottonton?
Cottonton is found in the southeastern part of Russell County, Alabama. It sits right along the Chattahoochee River. This river also forms the border between Alabama and the state of Georgia.
Roads and Routes
Two important Alabama State Routes, Route 165 and Route 208, meet in Cottonton.
- Route 165 goes north about 26 miles (42 km) to Phenix City. Phenix City is the county seat of Russell County.
- Route 165 also goes south about 21 miles (34 km) to Eufaula. You can connect to U.S. Route 431 to reach Eufaula.
- Route 208 is a short road, less than a mile long. It connects Route 165 to Georgia State Route 39 Spur across the Chattahoochee River.
- West of Route 165, the road becomes Russell County Highway 4. This road leads about 8 miles (13 km) to Pittsview and also connects to U.S. Highway 431.
Famous Faces from Cottonton
- J. C. Hartman was a professional baseball player. He played in Major League Baseball, which is the highest level of professional baseball in the United States and Canada.
Understanding Cottonton's Weather
The weather in Cottonton has hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, you might see it labeled as "Cfa."
Cottonton's Post Office
Cottonton has its own post office. The ZIP code for Cottonton is 36851.
Historic Images of Cottonton
Below are some old photographs taken in Cottonton. These pictures were part of the Historic American Buildings Survey, which documents important buildings and structures in the United States.
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Well sweep, Cliatt Plantation
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Old mule gin house, Cliatt Plantation
