Rays Crossing, Indiana facts for kids
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Rays Crossing, Indiana
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 Rays Crossing, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Rays Crossing, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Shelby |
| Township | Union |
| Elevation | 860 ft (262 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46176
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| GNIS feature ID | 441801 |
Rays Crossing is a small, unincorporated community located in Shelby County, Indiana, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city. It's part of Union Township.
A Look at Rays Crossing's History
Rays Crossing got its start because of the railroad. It became a "depot and shipping point." This means it was a place where trains stopped to pick up and drop off goods. It was also a place where people could send things out or receive them.
The community was named after the Ray family, who were early settlers in the area. Imagine a family being so important that a whole place is named after them!
A post office was opened in Rays Crossing in 1870. This was a big deal because it meant people could send and receive letters and packages right there. The post office served the community for many years. It finally closed down in 1943.
Where is Rays Crossing?
Rays Crossing is located in the state of Indiana. You can find it at specific geographic coordinates: 39 degrees, 33 minutes, 16 seconds North latitude and 85 degrees, 40 minutes, 09 seconds West longitude. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
