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The 947 area code is a three-digit code used to identify a geographic area within the United States and Canada. This code is part of the North American Numbering Plan (NANP), and it is assigned to Michigan. The NANP is a coordinated system that assigns numbers to particular areas in order to assist with mobile and landline telephone services. Each area is assigned a three-digit code, otherwise known as an area code, which allows telecommunication systems to distinguish between calls originating from different geographic regions and direct those calls appropriately.
The 947 area code was put into effect as a result of the NANP release in October 1947. It is one of the original 86 area codes that were assigned during this initial phase. Over time, population growth and the introduction of new telecommunications technologies have created a need for additional area codes. Consequently, Michigan was split into two separate numbering plan areas which currently encompass the 810 and 947 area codes. In addition, portions of the 947 code were moved to form the new 279 area code. This change went into effect on October 3, 2020, and allowed for the introduction of new telephone numbers in Michigan.