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Fort Camp
Former settlement
Fort Camp is located in California
Fort Camp
Fort Camp
Location in California
Country United States
State California
County Fresno County
Elevation
341 ft (104 m)

Fort Camp was once a small community located in Fresno County, California. It is known as a "former settlement" because it no longer exists as an active town or village today.

What Was Fort Camp?

Fort Camp was a place that appeared on maps until at least 1923. It was located in the sunny state of California. This small spot was found about 4.25 miles (6.8 kilometers) south-southeast of a town called Clovis.

Where Was Fort Camp Located?

The settlement of Fort Camp sat at an elevation of 341 feet (104 meters) above sea level. This means it was 341 feet higher than the ocean's surface. It was also connected by important transportation routes.

Railroad Connections

Fort Camp was situated right along two major railroad lines. These were the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad and the Fresno Interurban Railroad. Railroads were very important for travel and moving goods in the past. They helped connect communities across the country.

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