Discovery, St facts for kids
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Discovery, Maryland
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 Discovery, St
Location in Maryland
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maryland |
| County | St. Mary's |
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 301 & 240 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1697506 |
Discovery is a small community located in St. Mary's County, Maryland, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own separate local government like a city or town would. Instead, it's governed by the larger county it's part of.
Where is Discovery?
Discovery is found in the southern part of Maryland. It's situated near a main road called Maryland Route 235. If you were looking at a map, you would find Discovery northwest of a place called Lexington Park. It is also southeast of another community known as California.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Discovery is a group of homes and businesses that share a name and a general area. However, it does not have its own elected officials, police department, or fire department. These services are usually provided by the county government. It's different from a city or town, which has its own local government and rules.
