Sand Ridge, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sand Ridge, Indiana
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 Sand Ridge, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Sand Ridge, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Spencer |
| Township | Luce |
| Elevation | 430 ft (131 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
47634
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 442984 |
Sand Ridge is a small place in Indiana, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community". This means it's a group of homes and people, but it doesn't have its own official town government like a city would. It is located in Spencer County, within a part called Luce Township.
What's in a Name? The Story of Sand Ridge
Have you ever wondered how places get their names? Sand Ridge got its name from something special nearby. There was a "sandy ridge" – like a long, low hill made of sand – right where the community first started. That's how it got its unique name!
Where is Sand Ridge Located?
Sand Ridge is located in the state of Indiana. You can find it using special map coordinates: 37 degrees, 54 minutes, 9 seconds North, and 87 degrees, 10 minutes, 7 seconds West. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map of the world.
