Linkwood, Maryland facts for kids
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Linkwood, Maryland
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Residential street and railroad crossing in Linkwood
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 Linkwood, Maryland
Location in Maryland
Linkwood, Maryland
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Dorchester |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
21835
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| Area code(s) | 410, 443, and 667 |
| GNIS feature ID | 585427 |
Linkwood is a small place in Dorchester County, Maryland, in the United States. It is called an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.
Linkwood is easy to find because it's located right where two important roads meet. These roads are U.S. Route 50 and Linkwood Road.
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Where is Linkwood Located?
Linkwood is in the eastern part of Maryland. It's found in Dorchester County. This area is known for its flat land and waterways.
Nearby Places
Linkwood is situated between two other communities. If you travel southeast from Cambridge, you will reach Linkwood. If you go northwest from Vienna, you will also arrive in Linkwood.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live together. However, it does not have its own city or town government. Instead, it is usually governed by the county it is in.
How Communities Are Governed
In the United States, most places are either cities, towns, or villages. These have their own mayors and councils. Unincorporated communities like Linkwood are different. They rely on the county for services like roads and police.
