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Treat, Arkansas
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 Treat, Arkansas
Location in Arkansas
Treat, Arkansas
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Arkansas |
| County | Pope |
| Elevation | 233 m (764 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 73890 |
Treat is a small, unincorporated community located in Pope County, Arkansas, in the United States. It is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a group of homes and businesses that are not part of an official city or town. This means they don't have their own mayor or city council. Instead, the county government takes care of services like roads and law enforcement.
How Communities Get Their Names
Many places in the United States are named after important people or events from their past. Treat is one of these places.
The Story Behind the Name
The community of Treat was named after one of the very first people to settle there. His name was Polk Treat. It was common for early settlers to name new places after themselves or their families.
Treat's Location in Arkansas
Treat is found in Pope County, which is in the central part of Arkansas. Arkansas is a state in the southern United States. It is known for its beautiful natural areas, including forests, mountains, and rivers.
Geography of Pope County
Pope County is located in the Arkansas River Valley region. This area has a mix of flat lands near the river and rolling hills. The elevation of Treat is about 764 feet (233 meters) above sea level.
