Fruitvale, Fresno County, California facts for kids

Fruitvale was once a small community in Fresno County, California. It was located about 5 miles (8 kilometers) northeast of the city of Fresno.

What Was Fruitvale?

Fruitvale was a "settlement," which means it was a place where people lived and worked, but it wasn't a big city or town. Today, it's considered a "former settlement" because it no longer exists as a distinct community.

When Did Fruitvale Have a Post Office?

A post office is a place where people can send and receive mail. Fruitvale had its own post office for a few years. It opened in 1883 and closed in 1892. There was a short time in 1888 when it was closed, but it reopened later that year. Having a post office often meant a community was growing and needed a way to connect with other places.