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Jumbo, Alabama
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Chilton |
| Elevation | 404 ft (123 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 205, 659 |
Jumbo is an unincorporated community in Chilton County, Alabama, United States.
History
A post office called Jumbo was established in 1882, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1904. Jumbo has been noted for its unusual place name.
A variety of dolomite called Jumbo dolomite is named for the community due to its presence in exposures and quarries near Jumbo.
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