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Jerome, Florida
Looking south along State Road 29
Looking south along State Road 29
Jerome, Florida is located in Florida
Jerome, Florida
Jerome, Florida
Location in Florida
Jerome, Florida is located in the United States
Jerome, Florida
Jerome, Florida
Location in the United States
Country  United States of America
State  Florida
County Collier
Elevation
10 ft (3 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
GNIS feature ID 284765

Jerome is a small community in Collier County, Florida, United States. It is an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government. Jerome is located along State Road 29. It lies north of Copeland and south of Deep Lake. The elevation of Jerome is about 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level.

History of Jerome

Jerome has an interesting past. It was once a busy place. In the 1950s, something very important stood here.

The Big Lumber Mill

Jerome was home to a huge lumber mill. This mill was powered by steam. It was the largest steam-powered lumber mill in the American South. Many people worked there. They cut and processed wood from the forests. This mill was a big part of the community. It helped the area grow.

The Mill Fire of 1956

Sadly, the large lumber mill did not last forever. In 1956, a fire broke out. The mill burned down. This event changed Jerome a lot. It was a major loss for the community.

Jerome Today

Today, Jerome is a quiet place. It is part of a larger area. This area includes the cities of Naples and Marco Island. This means Jerome is connected to these bigger towns.

Environmental Care

Sometimes, places like old mills can leave behind things that harm the environment. In Jerome, there was a concern about a substance called creosote. This substance was used to treat wood. It can be harmful if it gets into the ground or water. People have worked to clean up the area. This helps keep the environment safe and healthy for everyone.

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