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Pecan Point, Arkansas
Pecan Point, Arkansas is located in Arkansas
Pecan Point, Arkansas
Pecan Point, Arkansas
Location in Arkansas
Pecan Point, Arkansas is located in the United States
Pecan Point, Arkansas
Pecan Point, Arkansas
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Arkansas
County Mississippi
Elevation
236 ft (72 m)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code(s) 870
GNIS feature ID 58340

Pecan Point is a small place in Mississippi County, Arkansas, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes or buildings that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county's rules and services.

Pecan Point is found along Arkansas Highway 118. It's about 6.4 miles (10.3 kilometers) east-southeast of a town called Joiner.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live together, but it's not officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Instead, the county government takes care of things like roads, police, and fire services.

How They Are Different

  • Cities and Towns: These places have their own local governments. They make their own rules and collect taxes to pay for services.
  • Unincorporated Communities: These areas rely on the county government for services. They might have a post office or a few businesses, but they don't have their own separate government.

Why Some Places Stay Unincorporated

Sometimes, communities choose to stay unincorporated. This can be because they are very small. Or, they might prefer to have the county handle their services. It can also mean fewer local taxes.

Pecan Point's Location

Pecan Point is located in the northeastern part of Arkansas. This area is known for its flat land and rich soil. It is close to the Mississippi River.

Mississippi County

Pecan Point is in Mississippi County. This county is in the "Arkansas Delta" region. This area is famous for farming, especially cotton. The county gets its name from the mighty Mississippi River that forms its eastern border.

Nearby Areas

The community is near Joiner. Joiner is a small town that provides services to people in the surrounding area. Being close to a highway like Arkansas Highway 118 helps connect Pecan Point to other places.

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