Creta, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Creta, Oklahoma
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 Creta, Oklahoma
Location in Oklahoma
Creta, Oklahoma
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Jackson |
| Elevation | 1,352 ft (412 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 580 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1101955 |
Creta (also known as Creta Station or Eldorado) is a small place in Jackson County, Oklahoma, United States. It is an unincorporated community. This means it is a settlement that does not have its own local government. Instead, it is managed by the county or a larger local authority.
What is Creta?
Creta is a small community located along Oklahoma State Highway 6. It sits in the southwestern part of Oklahoma. The community is found at a specific point on the map, which is latitude 34.517 and longitude -99.55.
Where is Creta Located?
Creta is situated about 6.5 miles (10.5 kilometers) west of a town called Olustee. It is also about 10 miles (16 kilometers) south-southeast of another town, Duke. The community is built on the south side of a stream called Gypsum Creek.
Creta's Elevation
The land where Creta is located is quite high up. Its elevation is 1,352 feet (412 meters) above sea level. This means it is higher than many other places.
