New Hopewell, Tennessee facts for kids
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New Hopewell, Tennessee
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 New Hopewell, Tennessee
Location in Tennessee
New Hopewell, Tennessee
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Knox |
| Elevation | 846 ft (258 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1314225 |
New Hopewell is a small place located in Knox County, Tennessee, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a settled area, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town would. Instead, it's usually managed by the county it's in.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a group of homes and businesses that are not part of an official city or town. People live there, but they don't have a mayor or city council. Services like roads and police are often handled by the larger county government.
Where is New Hopewell Located?
New Hopewell is found in the eastern part of Tennessee. It's specifically within Knox County. This county is home to the city of Knoxville, which is much larger.
How is New Hopewell Classified?
The United States Geographic Names System (GNIS) officially lists New Hopewell as a "populated place." This system helps keep track of all the different locations across the country. It makes sure every place has a unique name and location.
