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Miscellaneous Information


Various Identification Codes ...

FIPS Codes ...

In a past effort, various federal agencies created a set of codes with a purpose similar to the GNIS codes. These codes are called the Federal Information Processing Standard (or the FIPS 55 codes). Although they are still used by some organizations, the FIPS codes are obsolete and will ultimately be replaced by the GNIS codes.

While FIPS codes have been assigned to all counties and states, a specific code has not been assigned to Covered Bridge Canyon. The following FIPS codes apply to the State and County:

State Code:  49 (Utah)
County Code:  049 (Utah County)

Regional Codes ...

For statistical purposes, the US Census Bureau has divided the country into four Regions. Covered Bridge Canyon is located in Region #4 (the West Region).

In turn, the US Census Bureau has further divided each Region into Divisions. Covered Bridge Canyon is located in Division #8 (the Mountain Division).

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has created ten Federal Regions. Covered Bridge Canyon is located in Region VIII (Region 8).

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has created ten Management Regions. Covered Bridge Canyon is located in Region VIII (Region 8).

ZIP Codes ...

While some people have used a ZIP code to identify a community, the purpose of the ZIP code was to make mail delivery more efficient by grouping addresses together. Although the ZIP Code doesn't specifically identify a community like Covered Bridge Canyon, it does identify addresses that are in (or near) Covered Bridge Canyon. It's important to remember that the boundaries of a ZIP Code are defined by the needs of the USPS and can be changed, re-assigned or overlapped with other ZIP Codes.

The ZIP code for Covered Bridge Canyon: 84660<1>

Footnotes ...

<1>When looking for a ZIP Code, whether Covered Bridge Canyon or elsewhere, it's always best to check the website of the United States Postal Service (USPS).