Calpack, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Calpack
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 Calpack
Location in California
Calpack
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Merced County |
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
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| • Total | 50 |
Calpack is a very small place in Merced County, California. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and buildings that isn't officially a city or town with its own local government. Instead, the county government helps manage things for the people living there. About 50 people call Calpack home.
Where is Calpack?
Calpack is located in the central part of California. If you were to look on a map, you would find it about 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) west of a town called Planada. The community sits at an elevation of 213 feet (65 meters) above sea level, which is like being on a slightly raised area.
How Calpack Got Its Name
The name "Calpack" comes from a company called the California Packing Corporation. This company was very important in the area's history, especially for processing fruits and vegetables grown in California. Many places were named after companies that were important to their founding or growth.
