Mill Creek, Pope County, Arkansas facts for kids
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Mill Creek, Arkansas
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 Mill Creek, Pope County, Arkansas
Location in Arkansas
Mill Creek, Pope County, Arkansas
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Arkansas |
| County | Pope |
| Elevation | 105 m (344 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 62076 |
Mill Creek is a small, unincorporated community located in Pope County, Arkansas, in the United States. Being "unincorporated" means it's not officially a city or town with its own local government. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Clark Township.
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What is Mill Creek, Arkansas?
Mill Creek is a quiet place in the state of Arkansas. It is found within Pope County. This community does not have its own mayor or city council. It is managed by the county government.
Where is Mill Creek Located?
Mill Creek is in the central part of Arkansas. It sits at an elevation of about 344 feet (105 meters) above sea level. Its exact location is 35 degrees, 19 minutes, 23 seconds North latitude and 93 degrees, 12 minutes, 16 seconds West longitude. This helps people find it on a map.
Time Zone Information
The community of Mill Creek uses the Central Time Zone. This means during most of the year, it is 6 hours behind UTC (UTC-6). During Daylight Saving Time, it switches to Central Daylight Time (CDT). Then it is 5 hours behind UTC (UTC-5).
Understanding Unincorporated Communities
An unincorporated community is a group of homes and businesses. They are not part of an official city or town. They do not have their own local government. Services like roads and police are provided by the county. This is different from a city, which has its own government.
Why are Some Areas Unincorporated?
Areas often remain unincorporated for several reasons. Sometimes, there are not enough people living there to form a city. Other times, residents prefer county services. They might not want to pay city taxes. Mill Creek is one such example.
