Eddy, Illinois facts for kids
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Eddy, Illinois
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 Eddy, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Eddy, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Lake |
| Township | Newport |
| Elevation | 696 ft (212 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 847 & 224 |
| GNIS feature ID | 422657 |
Eddy is a small place in Lake County, Illinois. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government, like a city or town. Instead, it is managed by the county or a larger township. Eddy is located at these coordinates: 42°27′41″N 87°53′54″W / 42.46139°N 87.89833°W.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a group of homes or businesses. It is not officially part of any city or town. People living in these areas still get services. These services, like roads and police, come from the county. They might also come from a larger local government.
History of Eddy
The community of Eddy got its name from a person. It was named after Charles G. Eddy. He was an important official for a railroad company. This naming shows how railroads were key to growth. They helped new communities form in the past.
