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Lick Skillet, Tennessee
Lick Skillet, Tennessee is located in Tennessee
Lick Skillet, Tennessee
Lick Skillet, Tennessee
Location in Tennessee
Lick Skillet, Tennessee is located in the United States
Lick Skillet, Tennessee
Lick Skillet, Tennessee
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Tennessee
County Decatur
Elevation
528 ft (161 m)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code(s) 731
GNIS feature ID 1291245

Lick Skillet is a small, quiet place in Decatur County, Tennessee, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is managed by the county.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a group of homes and sometimes businesses that are not part of any official city or town. People living here still have neighbors and a sense of community. However, they rely on the county for services like roads and police.

Life in Lick Skillet

Life in Lick Skillet is likely peaceful and connected to nature. It is a place where people might enjoy the quiet countryside. Residents often travel to nearby towns for bigger shops or schools. This type of community is common in many parts of the United States.

Local Connections

Lick Skillet is located on Tennessee State Route 114. This road helps connect the community to other areas. It is found southeast of a place called Scotts Hill. This shows how small communities are linked by roads and shared services.

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