Red Oak, Bell County, Kentucky facts for kids
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Red Oak
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 Red Oak
Location in Kentucky
Red Oak
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Bell |
| Elevation | 1,237 ft (377 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 501669 |
Red Oak is a small community located in Bell County, Kentucky, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Red Oak is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government. This means it's not officially a city or a town with a mayor and city council. Instead, it's usually governed by the county it's in, which for Red Oak is Bell County.
These communities often have a name and a sense of identity, but they don't have the same services or rules that a big city might have. They are often smaller and more rural.
Where is Red Oak Located?
Red Oak is found in the state of Kentucky, which is in the southeastern part of the United States. More specifically, it's in Bell County.
The community is located at an elevation of about 1,237 feet (377 meters) above sea level. This means it's quite a bit higher than many other places. Its exact location can be pinpointed using geographic coordinates: 36°37′58″N 83°43′40″W.
