Central Adams, North Dakota facts for kids
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Central Adams, North Dakota
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Unorganized territory
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 Central Adams, North Dakota
Location in North Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Dakota |
| County | Adams |
| Area | |
| • Total | 71.93 sq mi (186.31 km2) |
| • Land | 71.92 sq mi (186.26 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,710 ft (826 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 54 |
| • Density | 0.8/sq mi (0.3/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 701 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1035962 |
Central Adams is a special kind of place in Adams County, North Dakota, in the United States. It is called an "unorganized territory." This means it does not have its own local government like a city or a regular town. Instead, the county government handles most things for the people living there.
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Central Adams: A Quiet Place in North Dakota
Central Adams is an area within Adams County, North Dakota. It is known as an unorganized territory. This means it does not have its own separate local government. Unlike a city with a mayor, Central Adams is managed by Adams County. The county government makes decisions and provides services for the people living there.
Where is Central Adams Located?
Central Adams is found in the state of North Dakota. North Dakota is in the northern part of the United States. Specifically, Central Adams is located within Adams County. The area is generally quiet and spread out. Its exact location can be described using special coordinates. These are 46 degrees North and 102 degrees West. This helps pinpoint its spot on a map.
How Many People Live in Central Adams?
According to the 2010 census, 54 people lived in Central Adams. A census is like a big count of all the people in an area. It helps us understand how many people live in different places. The population density is very low, meaning there are not many people living close together. This makes Central Adams a very spacious place.
What Were the Former Townships?
Central Adams covers the land that used to be two separate townships. These were Holt Township and Argonne Township. Townships are smaller areas of land, often with their own local governments. However, these two townships no longer exist as separate governments. Their land is now part of the unorganized territory of Central Adams.
See also
In Spanish: Central Adams (Dakota del Norte) para niños
