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Bluegum
Bluegum is located in California
Bluegum
Bluegum
Location in California
Bluegum is located in the United States
Bluegum
Bluegum
Location in the United States
Country United States
State California
County Glenn County
Elevation
151 ft (46 m)

Bluegum is a small place in Glenn County, California. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government, like a city or town. Instead, the county government helps manage things for the people living there.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live together. However, it is not officially a city or town. It does not have its own mayor or city council.

How They Are Governed

  • Instead of a city government, the larger county government takes care of services.
  • These services include things like roads, police, and fire protection.
  • Many small communities in the United States are unincorporated.

Why Some Places Stay Unincorporated

  • Sometimes, communities choose not to become a city.
  • This can be because they are very small.
  • It can also be to save money on government costs.
  • They might prefer the county to handle their needs.

Where is Bluegum Located?

Bluegum is found in Glenn County, California. This county is in the northern part of the state. It is known for its farming areas.

Understanding Elevation

Bluegum is located at an elevation of 151 feet (46 meters).

  • Elevation means how high a place is above sea level.
  • Sea level is the average height of the ocean's surface.
  • So, Bluegum is 151 feet higher than the ocean.
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