Kelly, Texas facts for kids
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Kelly, Texas
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 Kelly, Texas
Location in Texas
Kelly, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Collin |
| Elevation | 689 ft (210 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1380023 |
Kelly is a small place located in Collin County, Texas, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is managed by the larger county government.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live that is not part of an official city or town. These areas do not have their own mayor or city council. They also do not have their own local police or fire departments.
How Unincorporated Communities are Governed
Instead, the county government takes care of services for these areas. This includes things like roads, law enforcement, and sometimes even schools. People living in unincorporated areas still pay taxes. These taxes help fund the county services they receive.
Where is Kelly Located?
Kelly is found in the northeastern part of Texas. Texas is a large state in the southern United States. Collin County is one of the many counties that make up Texas.
Kelly's Geographic Details
Kelly is located at specific geographic coordinates: 33°21′45″N and 96°37′08″W. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map. The elevation of Kelly is about 689 feet (210 meters) above sea level. This tells us how high the land is compared to the ocean.
Time Zone Information
Kelly is in the Central Time Zone (CST). This means that during most of the year, its time is 6 hours behind UTC. During Daylight Saving Time, from spring to fall, it switches to Central Daylight Time (CDT). Then, it is 5 hours behind UTC.
