Alvin, Colorado facts for kids
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Alvin, Colorado
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 Alvin, Colorado
Location in the United States
Alvin, Colorado
Location in Colorado
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Colorado |
| County | Yuma |
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| • Type | unincorporated community |
| Elevation | 3,599 ft (1,097 m) |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
| Area code | 970 |
| FIPS code | 08-01805 |
| GNIS ID | 182950 |
Alvin is a small place in Yuma County, Colorado, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially part of a city or town. It doesn't have its own local government, like a mayor or city council. Instead, it's managed by the larger county government.
A Look at Alvin's Past
Alvin once had its own post office. This post office was open for almost 19 years. It started on September 12, 1910. People in Alvin could send and receive mail there. This was a very important service for the community.
Why a Post Office Matters
A post office was a big deal for small communities like Alvin. It connected people to the outside world. It also helped businesses send and receive goods. When the post office closed on February 28, 1929, it meant that residents had to go to another nearby town for their mail services. This often happens in very small or rural areas.
