Hazelwood, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hazelwood, Indiana
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 Hazelwood, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Hazelwood, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Hendricks |
| Township | Liberty |
| Elevation | 817 ft (249 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46118
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| Area code(s) | 317 |
| FIPS code | 18-32692 |
| GNIS feature ID | 435940 |
Hazelwood is a small, unincorporated community located in Liberty Township, Hendricks County, Indiana. An "unincorporated community" means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.
Hazelwood's History
Hazelwood got its name from Daniel Hazelwood, who was one of the first settlers in the area. A post office was opened here in 1884. It helped people send and receive mail until it closed in 1937.
The community is also known as the home of J.R. Edmondson. He was a talented athlete who won the 3200-meter track championship in 2015.
Where is Hazelwood Located?
Hazelwood is found in the state of Indiana. You can find its exact spot on a map using these coordinates: 39°36′56″N 86°31′19″W / 39.61556°N 86.52194°W. This tells you its latitude and longitude.
