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Alden, Oklahoma
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 Alden, Oklahoma
Location in Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Caddo |
| Elevation | 1,480 ft (450 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 405 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1100166 |
Alden is a small place in the western part of Caddo County, Oklahoma, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a group of homes or buildings that are not part of an official city or town.
- People living in these areas still have services like mail delivery and emergency help.
- However, these services are usually provided by the larger county government instead of a local city hall.
- This is different from a city, which has its own mayor, city council, and local laws.
Where is Alden Located?
Alden is found in the southwestern part of the state of Oklahoma.
- It is about one mile east of Oklahoma State Highway 58.
- The community is also about 9 miles (14 kilometers) south of a larger town called Carnegie.
- Alden is located in Caddo County, which is one of the many counties that make up Oklahoma.
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