Hazen, Nevada facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Hazen, Nevada
unincorporated community
Hazen, Nevada Location in Nevada Show map of Nevada Hazen, Nevada Location in the United States Show map of the United States
Country	United States
State	Nevada
County	Churchill
Named for	William Babcock Hazen, an aide to William Tecumseh Sherman
Elevation	4,006 ft (1,221 m)
GNIS feature ID	0840934

Hazen is a small, unincorporated community in Churchill County, Nevada, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. It's located about 12 miles (19 km) southeast of Fernley and 16 miles (26 km) northwest of Fallon, right on U.S. Route 50 Alternate.

History of Hazen

Hazen was started in 1903 as a station for the Southern Pacific Railroad. Some people say the town was first settled earlier, around 1869. However, it didn't show up on maps until 1903.

Who Hazen Was Named For

The community was named after William Babcock Hazen. He was an important helper, or aide, to a famous general named William Tecumseh Sherman.

Early Life in Hazen

Hazen once had its own post office, which opened in 1904. The town's early economy was mostly supported by people who worked on the railroad. It also got help from workers who built canals and dams nearby.

The Hazen Store

The Hazen Store is a special building in the community. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's recognized as an important historical building that should be protected.

Modern Connections

The Hawthorne Army Depot is a large military base. It is connected to the main Union Pacific Railroad network by a 120-mile (190 km) single rail line. This important rail line starts right here in Hazen.

See also

In Spanish: Hazen (Nevada) para niños