Greenoak, Illinois facts for kids
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Greenoak, Illinois
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 Greenoak, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Greenoak, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Bureau |
| Elevation | 722 ft (220 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 815 & 779 |
| GNIS feature ID | 422756 |
Greenoak is a small place located in Bureau County, Illinois, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it's managed by the larger county government. You can find Greenoak just north of another community called Dover.
What is Greenoak?
Greenoak is a quiet area in the state of Illinois. It's not a city or a village with its own mayor or town council. Instead, it's a collection of homes and land that are part of the wider Bureau County. People living here rely on the county for services like roads and public safety.
Where is Greenoak Located?
Greenoak is situated in the northern part of Illinois. Its exact location is at coordinates 41 degrees, 28 minutes, 49 seconds North latitude and 89 degrees, 24 minutes, 30 seconds West longitude. This spot is about 722 feet (or 220 meters) above sea level. It uses the Central Time Zone, just like many other places in the middle of the United States.
How Greenoak is Identified
Every place in the United States has a special ID number from the Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Greenoak's ID is 422756. This helps to officially identify the community. The area also uses phone 815 and 779.
