Grandin, Florida facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Grandin, Florida
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| Country | United States |
| State | Florida |
| County | Putnam County |
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Grandin is a small place in Putnam County, Florida, in the United States. It's not a big city with its own government. Instead, it's an unincorporated community where people live and work. In the year 2000, about 192 people called Grandin home. You can find Grandin near where State Road 100 and County Road 315 meet.
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What is Grandin Known For?
Grandin is mostly known for its sand and rock quarries. These are places where companies dig up sand and rock from the ground. The hills in this area are part of a special landform. They are a northern part of the Lake Wales Ridge.
Sand and Rock Mining
A company called Florida Rock Industries Inc. uses Grandin a lot. They get a lot of sand from this area. This sand is used for many things, like building roads and making concrete.
Where is Grandin Located?
Grandin is located in Florida. Its exact spot on a map can be found using coordinates. These are like an address for a place on Earth.
Grandin's Geographic Coordinates
The coordinates for Grandin are 29°43′39″N 81°55′07″W / 29.7275°N 81.9186°W. These numbers help scientists and mapmakers pinpoint its location.
