Macon, Tennessee facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Macon, Tennessee
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 Macon, Tennessee
Location in Tennessee
Macon, Tennessee
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Fayette |
| Elevation | 404 ft (123 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38048
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| Area code(s) | 901 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1292459 |
Macon is a small place located in Fayette County, Tennessee, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it does not have its own local government, like a city or town would.
Discovering Macon, Tennessee
Macon is a quiet community in the state of Tennessee. It's a place where people live without a separate town hall or mayor just for Macon itself. Instead, it's part of the larger Fayette County.
Where is Macon Located?
You can find Macon right where two important state roads meet. These roads are State Route 193, which is also called Macon Road, and State Route 194. State Route 194 has different names depending on which way you go. It's called Oakland Road if you head north, and Rossville Road if you go south.
If you ever need to send mail to someone in Macon, its special postal code, known as a ZIP code, is 38048.
A Special Historic Home
Macon is home to a very old and important building called the Mebane-Nuckolls House. This house is so special that it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Being on this list means the house is recognized for its historical value and is protected. It helps us remember the past and learn about how people lived long ago.
