Broom Hill, Indiana

Broom Hill is an unincorporated community in Carr Township, Clark County, Indiana.

Broom Hill
Clark County's location in Indiana
Broom Hill
Location in Clark County
Coordinates: 38°26′56″N 85°52′39″W
CountryUnited States
StateIndiana
CountyClark
TownshipCarr
Elevation
512 ft (156 m)
ZIP code
47106
FIPS code18-08272[1]
GNIS feature ID431589[2]

History

Broom Hill was founded in 1851 by Thomas Littell who started a business of manufacturing brooms.[3] A post office was established at Broom Hill in 1855, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1857.[4]

Broom Hill has been noted for its unusual name.[5]

Geography

Broom Hill is located at 38°26′56″N 85°52′39″W.

References


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