Sigma, Lee County, Virginia facts for kids
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Sigma, Virginia
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Unincorporated community
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Country | United States |
State | Virginia |
County | Lee |
Elevation | 1,988 ft (606 m) |
Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
GNIS feature ID | 1496225 |
Sigma is a small place in Lee County, Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that doesn't have its own official local government. Instead, it's managed by the larger county it's part of.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
Imagine a neighborhood that isn't big enough to be called a town or city. It doesn't have its own mayor or town council. That's pretty much what an unincorporated community is!
People who live in Sigma get their services, like police and fire protection, from Lee County. It's a way for smaller areas to be part of a bigger system.
Where is Sigma Located?
Sigma is nestled in the southwestern part of Virginia. This state is on the East Coast of the United States.
- Coordinates: Sigma is located at about 36 degrees North latitude and 82 degrees West longitude. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
- Elevation: This community sits at an elevation of about 1,988 feet (or 606 meters) above sea level. This means it's quite high up!
- Time Zone: Like many places on the East Coast, Sigma is in the Eastern Time Zone. This means during most of the year, it's five hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-5). In the summer, they use Daylight Saving Time (EDT), which is UTC-4.
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