Rexroat, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Rexroat
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 Rexroat
Location in Oklahoma
Rexroat
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Carter |
| Elevation | 879 ft (268 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1100786 |
Rexroat is a small, unincorporated community located in Carter County, Oklahoma, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county government.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a group of homes or buildings that are not part of an official city or town. These places often don't have a mayor or a city council. Instead, the county government handles things like roads, police, and other services for them.
How Rexroat is Governed
For Rexroat, this means that Carter County is responsible for its services. People living in Rexroat follow the rules and laws set by Carter County and the state of Oklahoma. This setup is common for many smaller communities across the United States.
Where is Rexroat Located?
Rexroat is found in the state of Oklahoma, which is in the south-central part of the United States. It's specifically within Carter County. This county is known for its natural beauty and history.
Geographical Details
The community sits at an elevation of 879 feet above sea level. This means it's nearly 900 feet higher than the ocean. Its exact location can be pinpointed using geographical coordinates: 34 degrees, 12 minutes, 59 seconds North latitude and 97 degrees, 24 minutes, 17 seconds West longitude.
Time Zone Information
Like much of Oklahoma, Rexroat is in the Central Time Zone. This means during standard time (CST), it's 6 hours behind UTC. During daylight saving time (CDT), it shifts to 5 hours behind UTC.
