Blanchard, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Blanchard,
Allegheny County, Pennsylvania |
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 Blanchard,
Allegheny County, Pennsylvania Location in Pennsylvania
Blanchard,
Allegheny County, Pennsylvania Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Allegheny |
| Township | West Deer |
| Elevation | 1,129 ft (344 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1169807 |
Blanchard is a small place in West Deer Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community and used to be a coal town. It sits high up, about 1,129 feet (344 meters) above sea level.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place that isn't officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own local government. Instead, it's usually managed by the larger county or township it's part of. For Blanchard, that's West Deer Township.
Blanchard's History as a Coal Town
Blanchard was once a coal town. This means its main reason for existing was the coal mining industry. Many towns in Pennsylvania grew because of the rich coal deposits there. People moved to these towns to work in the mines. These communities often had homes, shops, and services built to support the miners and their families. When coal mining slowed down, many of these towns changed.
Where is Blanchard?
Blanchard is located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. This county is in the southwestern part of Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania is a state in the northeastern United States. It's known for its history, industries, and beautiful landscapes.
