Arundel, California facts for kids

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Former settlement
Arundel Location in California
Country	United States
State	California
County	Merced County
Elevation	161 ft (49 m)

Arundel was a small place, or "settlement," that used to exist in California. It was located in a part of the state called Merced County.

What Was Arundel?

Arundel was a former settlement, which means it was a place where people lived or worked, but it's not there anymore. It was located in Merced County, in the state of California.

Where Was Arundel Located?

This former settlement was situated about 7 miles (11 kilometers) north of a town called Atwater. It was also right next to the Southern Pacific Railroad, which was an important railway line. Arundel was about 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level.

When Did Arundel Exist?

Arundel appeared on maps made by the USGS (a science agency that maps the land) as late as 1917. This tells us that it was a recognized place at least until that time. Today, Arundel is no longer an active settlement.

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