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Ross, Indiana
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 Ross, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Ross, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Lake |
| Township | Calumet |
| Elevation | 643 ft (196 m) |
| ZIP Code |
46408 (Gary)
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| Area code(s) | 219 |
| FIPS code | 18-66085 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2830892 |
Ross is an unincorporated community in Calumet Township, Lake County, Indiana.
History
Ross was named for William Ross, a pioneer settler. A post office was established at Ross in 1857, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1914.
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