Grand Valley, Michigan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Grand Valley, Michigan
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 Grand Valley, Michigan
Location in Michigan
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Ottawa |
| Charter township | Tallmadge |
| Elevation | 600 ft (200 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 616 |
| GNIS feature ID | 627116 |
Grand Valley is a small, unincorporated community located in Tallmadge Charter Township in the state of Michigan, United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a group of homes and businesses that doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of a larger township.
Grand Valley is situated near the Grand River, a major waterway in Michigan. It's also found along M-45, a state highway. The area is known for its wide valley, which is about a mile (1.4 km) across. This valley has steep hills, called bluffs, on the western and southern sides of the river.
Nearby Places and Education
Grand Valley is close to some important spots. One of the most notable is the main campus of Grand Valley State University. This large university is located just across the Grand River in Allendale Charter Township. Many students attend classes and live there.
Working Together in the Region
The Grand Valley region also has something called the Grand Valley Metropolitan Council. This council is a group formed by different local governments in the area. Their main goal is to work together and cooperate on important projects. This helps the communities in the Grand Valley region grow and improve together. You can learn more about their work at gvmc.org.
