Elk Mills, Maryland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Elk Mills, Maryland
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 Elk Mills, Maryland
Location in Maryland
Elk Mills, Maryland
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Cecil |
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
21920
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| Area code(s) | 410, 443, and 667 |
| GNIS feature ID | 590148 |
Elk Mills is a small place in Cecil County, Maryland, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community." This means it's not a separate town with its own local government, like a city would be. Instead, it's part of the larger county area.
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Exploring Elk Mills
Elk Mills is located in the northeastern part of Maryland. It's a quiet area where people live and work. Even though it doesn't have its own mayor or town council, it's still an important part of Cecil County.
Important Roads and Travel
One of the main roads in the Elk Mills area is Maryland Route 277. This road helps people travel to and from the community. It connects Elk Mills to other nearby places.
Railroad Connections
A major railroad line, called the Philadelphia Subdivision, runs north of Elkton, Maryland. This line is operated by CSX, a big transportation company. The railroad crosses Maryland Route 277, showing how important this area is for moving goods and people by train.
Mail and Postal Services
The community of Elk Mills has its own post office. This post office serves everyone in the area who uses the 21920 postal code. It's a key place for sending and receiving mail, and it's also located right on Maryland Route 277.
