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Rocky Face, Georgia
Rocky Face, Georgia is located in Georgia (U.S. state)
Rocky Face, Georgia
Rocky Face, Georgia
Location in Georgia (U.S. state)
State Georgia
County Whitfield
Elevation
771 ft (235 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
30740
GNIS feature ID 332893

Rocky Face is a small place in Georgia, a state in the United States. It is located in Whitfield County. Rocky Face is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it does not have its own separate local government like a city or town. Instead, it is managed as part of the larger county. The ZIP Code for Rocky Face is 30740.

The Story of Rocky Face

How Rocky Face Got Its Name

Rocky Face got its interesting name from a special rock formation nearby. This rock formation looks a lot like a human face. Imagine a giant face carved into the side of a mountain! It's a natural wonder that inspired the community's name.

When Rocky Face Started Growing

People began to settle in Rocky Face a long time ago. A post office was officially opened in the community in 1890. This was an important step, showing that Rocky Face was becoming a recognized place where people lived and worked.

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