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Dawson, Alabama
Dawson, Alabama is located in Alabama
Dawson, Alabama
Dawson, Alabama
Location in Alabama
Country United States
State Alabama
County DeKalb
Elevation
1,161 ft (354 m)
ZIP code
35963
Area code(s) 256 and 938
GNIS ID 155048

Dawson is a small place in DeKalb County, Alabama, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.

Dawson is located on top of a large landform called Sand Mountain. It's about 4 miles (6.4 kilometers) northeast of a town called Crossville.

Where is Dawson Located?

Dawson is found at specific geographic coordinates: 34°18′14″N 085°55′34″W / 34.30389°N 85.92611°W / 34.30389; -85.92611. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map.

Dawson's Elevation

The community sits at an average elevation of 1,161 feet (354 meters) above sea level. This means it's quite high up compared to many other places. Being on Sand Mountain contributes to its higher elevation.

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