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Dameron is a small, quiet place in St. Mary's County, Maryland, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that aren't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.

Exploring Dameron

A Special Lighthouse

One of the most interesting spots near Dameron is the Point No Point Light Station. This historic lighthouse was built a long time ago to help ships navigate safely on the water. Lighthouses are like giant beacons that guide boats, especially at night or in foggy weather.

In 2002, the Point No Point Light Station was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a special list of places across the United States that are important for their history, architecture, or culture. Being on this list helps protect the lighthouse so future generations can learn from it.

Location and Community

Dameron is located in a beautiful part of Maryland, close to the Chesapeake Bay. The Chesapeake Bay is a very large estuary, which is where a river meets the sea. It's a vital natural area for many plants and animals, and it's also popular for fishing and boating.

Even though Dameron doesn't have its own city hall, it's a real community where people live and work. If you ever need to send mail to Dameron, the ZIP Code for the area is 20628.

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