Irving, Marin County, California facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Irving
Former settlement
Irving Location in California
Country	United States
State	California
County	Marin County
Elevation	138 ft (42 m)

Irving was once a small place in California, but it's not there anymore! It was a "settlement," which is like a small community or town. It was located in Marin County, California.

What Was Irving?

Irving was a place that used to exist in Marin County, California. It is called a "former settlement" because it was once a community where people lived or worked. However, it doesn't exist as a recognized place today. This small community was situated at an elevation of 138 feet (about 42 meters) above sea level.

Where Was It Located?

Irving was located in a beautiful part of California, in Marin County. It was about 10.5 miles (or 17 kilometers) southwest of a town called Novato. A key feature of its location was its connection to the Northwestern Pacific Railroad. Railroads were very important for travel and trade back then!

Why Did It Disappear?

Many small settlements like Irving were created for specific reasons. These reasons often related to railroads, mining, or logging. Irving appeared on maps as late as 1914. This means that by then, it was still recognized as a place. Over time, if the reason for a settlement's existence goes away, people might move away. For example, a railroad line might change, or resources might run out. When this happens, the settlement can become a "ghost town" or simply disappear from maps and memory.