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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 a small, unincorporated community located in Lake County, Indiana. 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. It's part of Calumet Township.
History
The community of Ross was named after William Ross. He was one of the first people, known as a pioneer settler, to make his home in this area.
A post office was opened in Ross in 1857. This was a place where people could send and receive letters and packages. The post office served the community for many years. However, it eventually closed down in 1914.
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