Gordon, Illinois facts for kids
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Gordon, Illinois
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 Gordon, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Gordon, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Crawford |
| Elevation | 489 ft (149 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 618 |
| GNIS feature ID | 409195 |
Gordon is a small, quiet place in Crawford County, Illinois, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and buildings that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Gordon doesn't have its own mayor or town council. It doesn't collect its own taxes for local services. Instead, the county government handles things like roads, police, and fire protection. People living in Gordon still have neighbors and a sense of community. They just rely on the county for official services.
Where is Gordon Located?
Gordon is found in the eastern part of Illinois. It sits in Crawford County, which is in the southeastern area of the state. The community is located at a busy spot. This spot is where two important roads meet. These roads are Illinois Route 1 and Illinois Route 33. It's also quite close to a larger town. Gordon is about 3 miles (5 kilometers) east of Robinson. Robinson is a bigger town in Crawford County.
