Sideway, Kentucky facts for kids
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Sideway, Kentucky
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 Sideway, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Sideway, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Elliott |
| Elevation | 1,165 ft (355 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 509055 |
Sideway is a small place in Elliott County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's not an official town or city with its own local government.
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What is Sideway?
Sideway is a community where people live, but it doesn't have a mayor or a town council. Instead, it is part of the larger Elliott County. The county government helps manage things like roads and services for Sideway.
What Does "Unincorporated" Mean?
An unincorporated community is a group of homes or businesses that are not part of an official city or town. They are usually smaller than cities. People in unincorporated areas still get services like police and fire protection. These services are provided by the county government.
Where is Sideway Located?
Sideway is in the state of Kentucky, which is in the southeastern part of the United States. It is located within Elliott County. The community sits about 1,165 feet (355 meters) above sea level. Its exact location can be found using special geographic coordinates.
The Post Office in Sideway
Long ago, Sideway had its own post office. This was a place where people could send and receive mail. However, the post office in Sideway is now closed. This often happens in very small communities when fewer people live there or when mail services change. People in Sideway now get their mail from a nearby post office.
