Sassafras, Kentucky facts for kids
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Sassafras, Kentucky
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 Sassafras, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Sassafras, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Knott |
| Elevation | 948 ft (289 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
41759
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| Area code(s) | 606 |
| GNIS feature ID | 502996 |
Sassafras is a small place in Knott County, Kentucky, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a settlement that is not officially part of a city or town. It does not have its own local government.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a group of homes or buildings. It is not set up as a city or town. People living there still get services. These services come from the county or state government.
How Sassafras is Governed
Sassafras does not have a mayor or city council. Instead, the Knott County government helps manage things. This includes roads and other public services.
Where is Sassafras Located?
Sassafras is found in the eastern part of Kentucky. It is about 9 miles (14 kilometers) south-southwest of a town called Hindman. You can find Sassafras along Kentucky Route 15. This is a main road in the area.
Postal Services in Sassafras
Even though Sassafras is not a city, it has its own post office. This post office helps send and receive mail for the people living there. The ZIP code for Sassafras is 41759.
