Detour, Maryland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Detour, Maryland
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View east along MD 77 in Detour
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 Detour, Maryland
Location in Maryland
Detour, Maryland
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maryland |
| County | Carroll |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
Detour is a small place in Carroll County, Maryland, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community." This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
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A Look Back: Detour's History
How Detour Got Its Name
Detour got its name because of the railroad! Back in 1905, a post office opened here. People say the train tracks had to take a long, winding "detour" to reach this spot. That's how the community got its unique name. The post office served the area for many years, closing in 1993.
Historic Farm in Detour
A special place in Detour is the William and Catherine Biggs Farm. This farm was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2001. This means it's an important historical site that is protected and recognized for its history.
Where is Detour Located?
Detour is in the western part of Carroll County. To its west is the Frederick County Line, marked by Double Pipe Creek. To the east, you'll find Keymar. North of Detour is another community called Keysville. To the south is Ladiesburg. Detour also has a Methodist Protestant Church.
