Springfield, LaPorte County, Indiana facts for kids
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Springfield, Indiana
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 Springfield, LaPorte County, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Springfield, LaPorte County, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | LaPorte |
| Township | Springfield |
| Elevation | 659 ft (201 m) |
| ZIP code |
46360
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| FIPS code | 18-72160 |
| GNIS feature ID | 444009 |
Springfield is a small place in Indiana, located in LaPorte County. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes and businesses that do not have their own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it is part of a larger area called Springfield Township.
A Glimpse into Springfield's History
Springfield was officially started, or "laid out," way back in 1833. This means that people planned out the streets and lots for homes and businesses in that year, marking the beginning of the community.
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