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Crossroads, Tennessee
Nickname(s): 
Whittens Cross Roads
Crossroads, Wayne County, Tennessee is located in Tennessee
Crossroads, Wayne County, Tennessee
Crossroads, Wayne County, Tennessee
Location in Tennessee
Country United States
State Tennessee
County Wayne
Elevation
945 ft (288 m)
Time zone Central (CST)
 • Summer (DST) CDT
Area code(s) 931
GNIS feature ID 1314912

Crossroads is a small place in Wayne County, Tennessee. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own separate government like a city or town. The county government handles things like roads, police, and other services for these areas. Think of it as a neighborhood that's part of a bigger county.

Where is Crossroads Located?

Crossroads is found in the state of Tennessee, which is in the southeastern part of the United States. More specifically, it's in Wayne County, Tennessee. Wayne County is known for its beautiful natural areas and is a great place to explore the outdoors.

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