Gadwall, California facts for kids

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Former settlement
Gadwall Location in California
Country	United States
State	California
County	Merced County
Elevation	102 ft (31 m)

Gadwall was once a small community, or "settlement," located in Merced County, California. Today, it is considered a "former settlement" because it no longer exists as an active town or populated place.

Where Was Gadwall Located?

Gadwall was situated about 5.5 miles (which is about 8.8 kilometers) to the east-southeast of a larger town called Los Banos. It was built along the Southern Pacific Railroad line. This railroad was very important back then for travel and moving goods.

Gadwall's Elevation

The land where Gadwall was located was quite low, at an elevation of 102 feet (or 31 meters) above sea level. This means it was not on a high mountain or hill.

When Did Gadwall Appear on Maps?

Even though Gadwall is no longer a settlement, it was still shown on maps made by the USGS as late as 1921. The USGS is a science agency that maps the land and its features.

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