Smith Valley, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Smith Valley, Indiana
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 Smith Valley, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Smith Valley, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Johnson |
| Township | White River |
| Elevation | 696 ft (212 m) |
| ZIP code |
46142
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| FIPS code | 18-70290 |
| GNIS feature ID | 449732 |
Smith Valley is a small, unincorporated community located in White River Township, Johnson 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. Instead, it's part of a larger area.
A Look Back: Smith Valley's History
Smith Valley got its name from an early settler named William K. Smith. He was one of the first people to live and build a home in the area.
A post office was opened in Smith Valley in 1870. This was a very important place where people could send and receive letters and packages. The post office served the community for many years. It closed down in 1902.
Famous People From Smith Valley
Smith Valley is the birthplace of John J. Carson. He was an important person in the United States government.
John J. Carson: A Public Servant
John J. Carson was a member of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The FTC is a government group that works to make sure businesses are fair. They help protect people from dishonest business practices. Carson served on the FTC from 1948 to 1953.
