Lewis Creek, Indiana facts for kids
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Lewis Creek, Indiana
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 Lewis Creek, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Lewis Creek, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Shelby |
| Township | Washington |
| Elevation | 709 ft (216 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47234
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| GNIS feature ID | 449684 |
Lewis Creek is a small place in Shelby County, Indiana. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes and businesses that is not officially a city or town. It is part of Washington Township.
History of Lewis Creek
Lewis Creek started in the year 1856. It became an important stop for trains. People used the railroad here to send and receive goods.
A post office opened in Lewis Creek in 1861. It helped people send letters and packages. The post office stayed open for many years. It finally closed down in 1931.
Where is Lewis Creek?
Lewis Creek is located in the state of Indiana. You can find it using these geographic coordinates: 39°24′04″N 85°49′00″W / 39.40111°N 85.81667°W.
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