Five Points, Kentucky facts for kids
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Five Points, Kentucky
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 Five Points, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Five Points, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Calloway |
| Elevation | 554 ft (169 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CST) |
| GNIS feature ID | 492153 |
Five Points is a small place located in Calloway County, Kentucky, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government. This means it's not officially a city or a town. Instead, it's usually part of a larger county.
How are Unincorporated Communities Managed?
Because they don't have their own mayor or city council, services like roads, police, and fire departments are often handled by the county government. People living in these areas still follow state and county laws.
Where is Five Points Located?
Five Points is found in the western part of Kentucky. It's specifically within Calloway County. This county is in the southwestern corner of the state.
Geographical Details of Five Points
Five Points is located at coordinates 36°37′00″N 88°19′45″W. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map. The elevation of Five Points is about 554 feet (169 meters) above sea level.
Time Zone Information
Like many places in the central United States, Five Points is in the Central Time Zone (CST). During daylight saving time, it observes Central Daylight Time (CDT).
