Frazier Wells, Arizona facts for kids
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Frazier Wells, Arizona
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Populated place
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 Frazier Wells, Arizona
Location in Arizona
Frazier Wells, Arizona
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | Coconino |
| Elevation | 6,047 ft (1,843 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (MST) |
| Area code(s) | 928 |
| FIPS code | 04-25695 |
| GNIS feature ID | 4832 |
Frazier Wells, sometimes called Frazier Well or Fraziers Well, is a place where people live in Coconino County, Arizona, United States. It is about 30 miles northeast of Peach Springs. This area is located high up, about 6,047 feet (1,843 m) above sea level.
History of Frazier Wells
Frazier Wells has a few interesting parts to its history. It was once a busy spot for a special event and also had a business that didn't last very long.
The Hualapai Rodeo
One notable event held in Frazier Wells was the Hualapai Rodeo. Rodeos are exciting events where cowboys and cowgirls show off their skills with horses and cattle. The Hualapai people are a Native American tribe. They have a long history in the Arizona area.
The Sawmill Story
At one time, there was a sawmill in Frazier Wells. A sawmill is a factory where logs are cut into lumber. Lumber is the wood used to build houses and other structures. However, this sawmill was not successful. It closed down by the year 1951.
The School's Journey
Around 1951, the school in Frazier Wells changed how it was managed. The United States Bureau of Indian Affairs had been helping to run the school. This agency works with Native American tribes. The school was then officially given over to the state of Arizona to manage. This change happened with a special grant.
