Area Code 239: Comprehensive Guide to Technical Details and Coverage
Area code 239 is part of the North American Numbering Plan (NANP) serving southwestern Florida.
Technical Specifications
- NPA Code: 239
- Type: Single
- Implementation Date: March 11, 2002
- State: Florida
Geographic Coverage
Area code 239 covers the southwestern region of Florida, including Lee and Collier counties, and parts of Hendry, Charlotte, and Monroe counties.
Major Cities
- Bonita Springs, FL (26.33981, -81.7787)
- Cape Coral, FL (26.56285, -81.94953)
- North Fort Myers, FL (26.66729, -81.88009)
- Golden Gate, FL (26.18787, -81.69509)
- Lehigh Acres, FL (26.62535, -81.6248)
- Naples, FL (26.14234, -81.79596)
Numbering Statistics
- Total Numbers Available: [Data Not Provided]
- Utilization Rate: [Data Not Provided]
- Exhaust Projection: [Data Not Provided]
Network Infrastructure
Services Offered
- Landline
- Wireless
- VoIP
Regulatory Framework
- Regulatory Body: North American Numbering Plan Administration (NANPA)
- Dialing Requirements: 10-digit dialing
- NANPA Regulations: Area code 239 was created in an area code split from NPA 941.
Historical Milestones
- March 11, 2002: Activation of area code 239.
- March 10, 2003: End of permissive dialing period for the area code split.
Conclusion
Area code 239 is vital to the telecommunications framework in southwestern Florida, supporting a diverse range of cities and counties. Introduced in 2002, it ensures adequate number availability for the region's growth.
For more detailed information, visit the Federal Communications Commission website.