Tooktocaugee, Alabama facts for kids
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Tooktocaugee, Alabama
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 Tooktocaugee, Alabama
Location in Alabama
Tooktocaugee, Alabama
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Calhoun |
| Elevation | 696 ft (212 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 162881 |
Tooktocaugee was once a small, quiet place in Calhoun County, Alabama, in the United States. It was known as an unincorporated community, which means it didn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it was managed by the county.
What Was Tooktocaugee?
Tooktocaugee is no longer an active community. It is considered a "ghost town" because people no longer live there, or very few do. Many ghost towns were once busy places that became empty when their main reason for existing, like a mine or a specific industry, disappeared.
A Look Back in Time
Long ago, Tooktocaugee was the home of a Creek Indian village. The Creek people are a group of Native Americans who traditionally lived in the southeastern United States. Their villages were important centers for living, hunting, and cultural activities.
The Creek Nation
The Creek Nation, also known as the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, is a large and important Native American tribe. They have a rich history and culture. Their villages, like the one at Tooktocaugee, were often built near rivers or other natural resources. These locations helped them with farming, fishing, and transportation.
