Blue River, Indiana
Unincorporated community in Indiana, United States
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Blue River is an unincorporated community in Polk Township, Washington County, in the U.S. state of Indiana.[1]
Blue River, Indiana | |
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Washington County's location in Indiana | |
  Blue River Location of Blue River in Washington County | |
| Coordinates: 38°31′48″N 85°56′22″W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Washington |
| Township | Polk |
| Elevation | 758 ft (231 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code | 47165 |
| Area codes | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 431237[1] |
History
A post office was established at Blue River in 1873, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1904.[2] In 1890, the population of Blue River was estimated as around 200 residents.[3] In 1900, the population was 25.[4] By 1920, the population was 112.[5] The population was 34 in 1930.[6]
Geography
Blue River is located at 38°31′48″N 85°56′22″W.