Cresco, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cresco, Indiana
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Whitley County's location in Indiana
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 Cresco, Indiana
Location in Whitley County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Whitley |
| Township | Thorncreek |
| Elevation | 919 ft (280 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46725
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| Area code(s) | 260 |
| GNIS feature ID | 433111 |
Cresco is a small place in Indiana, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that doesn't have its own official local government like a city or town. Cresco is located in Whitley County, within an area called Thorncreek Township.
History of Cresco
Cresco has a short but interesting history. In 1888, a post office was opened in the community. A post office is a place where people can send and receive letters and packages. This post office served the people of Cresco for about 16 years. It closed down in 1904.
The name Cresco is quite special. It comes from a Latin word that means "I grow." This name might have been chosen to show hope for the community to grow bigger and stronger over time.
Where is Cresco?
Cresco is located in the state of Indiana. You can find its exact spot on a map using its coordinates: 41 degrees, 14 minutes, 9 seconds North, and 85 degrees, 29 minutes, 30 seconds West. This location is in Whitley County, Indiana.
