Rocky Fork, Ohio

Rocky Fork is an unincorporated community in Licking County, in the U.S. state of Ohio.[1]

History

A post office called Rocky Fork was established in 1858, and remained in operation until 1902.[2] The community takes its name from nearby Rocky Fork.[3]

References

  1. ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Rocky Fork
  2. ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Rocky Fork Post Office (historical)
  3. ↑ Overman, William Daniel (1958). Ohio Town Names. Akron, OH: Atlantic Press. p. 119.

Coordinates: 40°09′46″N 82°17′29″W / 40.16278°N 82.29139°W / 40.16278; -82.29139


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