Oakville, Indiana facts for kids
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Oakville
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Country | United States |
State | Indiana |
County | Delaware |
Township | Monroe |
Elevation | 1,010 ft (310 m) |
ZIP code |
47302
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FIPS code | 18-55818 |
GNIS feature ID | 440483 |
Oakville is an unincorporated community in Monroe Township, Delaware County, Indiana.
Geography
Oakville is located just inside the southern border of Delaware County at 40°04′45″N 85°23′26″W / 40.07917°N 85.39056°W.
History
Oakville was originally called Pleasant Hill, and under the latter name was established in 1873. The Oakville post office opened in 1876.
On April 1, 1884, a (possibly F5/EF5 strength) tornado destroyed much of Oakville.
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