Locust Gap, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Locust Gap
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 Locust Gap
Location in Pennsylvania
Locust Gap
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Northumberland |
| Area | |
| • Total | 9.18 sq mi (23.8 km2) |
| • Land | 9.18 sq mi (23.8 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,191 ft (363 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 388 |
| • Density | 42.27/sq mi (16.319/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
17840
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| Area code(s) | 570 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1179772 |
Locust Gap is a small place in Pennsylvania, United States. It's not a big city or a town with its own mayor. Instead, it's called an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and people living together, but it's part of a larger area, Northumberland County, and doesn't have its own separate local government.
About Locust Gap
Where is Locust Gap?
Locust Gap is found in the state of Pennsylvania, in a part called Northumberland County. It's located about two miles southwest of a town called Mount Carmel.
This community sits quite high up! Its elevation is about 1,191 feet above sea level. That's like being on top of a really tall building!
Roads That Connect Locust Gap
Even though it's a small community, Locust Gap is connected by some important roads. These roads help people travel to and from the area.
- Pennsylvania Route 54
- Pennsylvania Route 901
