Alum Creek, Ohio

Alum Creek is an unincorporated community in Delaware County, in the U.S. state of Ohio.[1]

History

A post office called Alum Creek was established in 1838, and remained in operation until 1899.[2] The community takes its name from nearby Alum Creek.[3]

References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Alum Creek, Ohio
  2. "Delaware County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 15 January 2016.
  3. History of Delaware County and Ohio. O. L. Baskin & Company. 1880. p. 461.

Coordinates: 40°16′1″N 82°56′40″W / 40.26694°N 82.94444°W / 40.26694; -82.94444

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