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Dott, Pennsylvania
Unincorporated community
Dott, Pennsylvania is located in Pennsylvania
Dott, Pennsylvania
Dott, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Dott, Pennsylvania is located in the United States
Dott, Pennsylvania
Dott, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Pennsylvania
County Fulton
Township Bethel
Elevation
863 ft (263 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
GNIS feature ID 1173406

Dott is a small, quiet place located in Bethel Township in Fulton County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place that does not have its own local government. This means it doesn't have a mayor or a town council like a city or a borough would. Instead, it is governed by the larger county or township it is part of.

How Dott is Governed

For Dott, this means that services like roads and public safety are managed by Bethel Township and Fulton County. People living in Dott follow the rules and regulations set by these larger government bodies.

Location and Geography

Dott is nestled in the beautiful landscape of south-central Pennsylvania. It is part of Fulton County, which is known for its scenic mountains and valleys.

Elevation of Dott

The community of Dott sits at an elevation of about 863 feet (which is about 263 meters) above sea level. This elevation contributes to the area's natural beauty and often means cooler temperatures compared to lower-lying regions.

Geographic Coordinates

You can find Dott on a map using its geographic coordinates: 39°48′51″N latitude and 78°11′20″W longitude. These numbers pinpoint its exact spot on Earth.

Time Zone Information

Like much of Pennsylvania, Dott observes the Eastern Time Zone.

Standard Time

During standard time, from November to March, Dott is on Eastern Standard Time (EST). This means it is five hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-5).

Daylight Saving Time

From March to November, Dott switches to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). During this period, clocks are moved forward one hour, making it four hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-4).

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