De Gonia Springs, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
De Gonia Springs
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 De Gonia Springs, Indiana
Location in Indiana
De Gonia Springs, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Warrick |
| Township | Skelton |
| Elevation | 426 ft (130 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
47601
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| Area code(s) | 812 |
| GNIS feature ID | 433380 |
De Gonia Springs is a small, unincorporated community located in Warrick County, in the state of Indiana. 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. It is part of Skelton Township.
A Look Back: History of De Gonia Springs
A long time ago, in 1879, De Gonia Springs got its own post office. This post office helped people send and receive mail. It stayed open for many years, finally closing its doors in 1926.
People also believed that the water from a spring nearby had special healing powers. They thought drinking or bathing in the spring water could help them feel better.
Where is De Gonia Springs?
De Gonia Springs is located in the southwestern part of Indiana. You can find its exact spot on a map using these coordinates: 38°03′16″N 87°11′10″W / 38.05444°N 87.18611°W. These numbers tell you its latitude and longitude, which are like an address for any place on Earth.
