McFrey Crossroads, Alabama facts for kids
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McFrey Crossroads
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 McFrey Crossroads, Alabama
Location in Alabama
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Cherokee |
| Elevation | 702 ft (214 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 256 & 938 |
| GNIS feature ID | 160073 |
McFrey Crossroads is a small place in Cherokee County, Alabama, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own mayor or city council. The county government handles things like roads, police, and other services for these areas. It's different from a city, which has its own local rules and leaders.
A Bit of History
McFrey Crossroads got its name to honor a person named Walter McFry. The name "Crossroads" often means a place where two or more roads meet, making it a natural gathering spot.
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