Brooks is an

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in Covington County,

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, United States.

History

The community was likely named for the Brooks family, who lived in the area. A post office operated under the name Brooks from 1900 to 1915.

References

Unincorporated communities in Covington County, Alabama Unincorporated communities in Alabama {{CovingtonCountyAL-geo-stub