Edison, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Edison
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Edison field, Racetrack Hill area, showing steam expansion loops and widely dispersed wells.
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 Edison
Location in California
Edison
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Kern County |
| Elevation | 568 ft (173 m) |
| ZIP code |
93307
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| Area code(s) | 661 |
Edison (once called Wade) is a small place in Kern County, California. It's an unincorporated community, which means it's not a city with its own local government. Instead, it's managed by the county. Edison is located about 7.5 miles (12 km) east of Bakersfield. It sits at an elevation of 568 feet (173 meters) above sea level.
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About Edison
Edison is found in the Tehachapi Mountains area of California. It's a quiet community with a history tied to energy and farming.
How Edison Got Its Name
The area was first known as Wade. In 1902, the Edison Electric Company built a power station there. A year later, in 1903, the Southern Pacific Railroad arrived. They decided to change the name of the place from Wade to Edison, honoring the electric company.
Oil Discovery and Its Impact
A big change came to Edison in 1928 when oil was found nearby. This led to the creation of the Edison Oil Field. Over time, this oil field grew, with its busiest period in the 1950s. Even today, you can see active oil wells around the community. They are an important part of the area's economy and landscape.
Community Life
Edison has had a post office for many years. It first opened in 1903. It closed for a while in 1929 but then re-opened in 1946. This shows how the community has grown and changed over time.
Images for kids
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Aerial view of Edison from the east-northeast
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Potato farm in Edison, 1940
