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The 616 area code is one of the original 86 area codes designated in 1947 originally as Michigan's only area code. It is an area code that covers the western half of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, including the cities of Grand Rapids, Holland, and the state capital, Lansing. It also serves the rest of the area including Lake, Oceana, Allegan, Montcalm, Ionia, and Barry counties.
Area codes are essential in modern times due to the need for telephone numbers to identify locations. Each code represents a specific geographic area, which helps people and businesses to determine the location of a caller. This system of area codes helps to keep the telecommunications industry organized and efficient, making it easy to identify where a number may be coming from. The North American Numbering Plan (NANP) is the designate that governs area codes in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean. The NANP assigns specific area codes to all parts of the country, helping to ensure the efficient delivery of telecommunications services.