Surprise Hill, Virginia facts for kids
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Surprise Hill, Virginia
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Unincorporated community
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 Surprise Hill, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Surprise Hill, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Northumberland County, Virginia |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1500196 |
Surprise Hill is a small place located in Northumberland County, in the state of Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government. This means it's not officially a city or a town with its own mayor or town council. Instead, the area is usually governed by the larger county it's part of.
For example, Surprise Hill is governed by Northumberland County. The county government takes care of things like roads, schools, and public safety for Surprise Hill.
Where is Surprise Hill Located?
Surprise Hill is found in Northumberland County, which is in the eastern part of Virginia. Virginia is a state on the East Coast of the United States.
The exact location of Surprise Hill can be pinpointed using geographic coordinates. These are like a special address for any spot on Earth. For Surprise Hill, the coordinates are 37 degrees 52 minutes 12 seconds North and 76 degrees 18 minutes 50 seconds West.
About Northumberland County
Northumberland County is one of the many counties in Virginia. It's known for its beautiful waterfront areas along the Chesapeake Bay and its rivers. Many people enjoy fishing and boating here.
