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Tram, Kentucky
Tram, Kentucky is located in Kentucky
Tram, Kentucky
Tram, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Country  United States
State  Kentucky
County Floyd
Elevation
250 m (820 ft)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
41663
Area code(s) 606
GNIS feature ID 2629696

Tram is a small place in the United States, found in Floyd County, Kentucky. It is known as an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does. Instead, it's managed by the larger county government.

Discovering Tram, Kentucky's Location

Tram is located in the eastern part of Kentucky, a state in the southeastern United States. Kentucky is famous for its beautiful landscapes, horse racing, and bluegrass music.

Where is Tram in Floyd County?

Floyd County is in the eastern region of Kentucky. Tram is just one of many small communities that make up this county. The county seat, which is like the main town where the county government is located, is Prestonsburg.

Elevation and Time Zone Facts

Tram sits at an elevation of 820 feet (about 250 meters) above sea level. This means it's quite a bit higher than places right next to the ocean. The community also observes Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) during part of the year, which is part of the Eastern Time Zone. This is the same time zone as cities like New York City.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community like Tram is a group of homes or businesses that are not part of an official city or town. They don't have their own mayor or city council. Instead, the services they need, like roads and public safety, are usually provided by the county government.

How Unincorporated Communities are Governed

For places like Tram, the Floyd County government handles most of the important decisions. This includes things like maintaining local roads, providing police and fire services, and managing public records. It's a way for smaller areas to still get the services they need without having to set up a whole new government.

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