Hollenbeck, California facts for kids

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Former settlement
Hollenbeck Location in California
Country	United States
State	California
County	Modoc County
Elevation	4,347 ft (1,325 m)

Hollenbeck was once a small community located in Modoc County, California. It is no longer an active settlement today. This area sits at an elevation of 4,347 feet (1,325 meters) above sea level.

What Was Hollenbeck?

Hollenbeck was a place where people used to live and work. It was known as a "former settlement" because it is no longer inhabited. Many small towns like Hollenbeck grew up around important transportation routes.

Hollenbeck's Location and History

Hollenbeck was situated about 12 miles (19 kilometers) north-northeast of another place called White Horse. Its exact location can be found using its coordinates: 41°27′43″N 121°17′00″W.

The Great Northern Railway Connection

A big reason Hollenbeck existed was because of the Great Northern Railway. This railway had a special line called the Bieber Line. Hollenbeck was located right on this railway line. Railways were very important in the past for moving people and goods across the country. They helped small communities like Hollenbeck grow.

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