Spring Creek, Lawrence County, Tennessee facts for kids
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Spring Creek, Tennessee
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 Spring Creek, Lawrence County, Tennessee
Location in Tennessee
Spring Creek, Lawrence County, Tennessee
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Lawrence |
| Elevation | 764 ft (233 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 931 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1271063 |
Spring Creek is a small place in Lawrence County, Tennessee, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government, like a city or town would.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it's not officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Instead, the larger county government manages services for the area.
How Does an Unincorporated Community Work?
In Spring Creek, the Lawrence County government handles things like roads, schools, and public safety. This is different from a city, which usually has its own police department and city hall. Residents still pay taxes, but those taxes go to the county instead of a local city government.
Where is Spring Creek Located?
Spring Creek is found in the state of Tennessee, which is in the southeastern part of the United States. It's specifically located within Lawrence County.
Spring Creek's Place in Lawrence County
Spring Creek is about 6.7 miles (10.8 kilometers) west-southwest of Lawrenceburg. Lawrenceburg is the largest town and the county seat of Lawrence County. This means Lawrenceburg is where the main county government offices are located.
