Lowell, Idaho facts for kids
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Lowell, Idaho
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 Lowell, Idaho
Location in Idaho
Lowell, Idaho
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Idaho |
| County | Idaho |
| Elevation | 1,486 ft (453 m) |
| Population
(2012)
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| • Total | 30 |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
83539 (Kooskia)
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| Area code(s) | 208, 986 |
Lowell is a small, quiet community in Idaho County, Idaho, United States. It's not a city with its own government, but rather an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that aren't officially part of a town or city.
Lowell is located in a special spot where two rivers, the Selway and the Lochsa, meet. When these two rivers join, they form the Middle Fork of the Clearwater River. This area is part of the beautiful Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests. Lowell sits about 1,486 feet (453 m) above sea level. The community was named after Henry Lowell, who was its very first postmaster.
Getting to Lowell
The main road that goes through Lowell is U.S. Route 12. This highway runs along the north bank of the Lochsa River and then the Clearwater River. Lowell itself is nestled between these three rivers. You can reach it by crossing a bridge over the end of the Lochsa River on Selway Road.
Population and Visitors
Lowell has a small permanent population of about 30 people. However, this number grows a lot during certain times of the year! Many people visit Lowell because there are several motels, resorts, and campgrounds nearby. It's a popular spot for outdoor activities.
Historical Site Nearby
About 6 miles (10 km) upstream from Lowell, along U.S. Route 12, is a historical site. This location on the north bank of the Lochsa River was once a camp that operated from 1943 to 1945.
Lowell's Climate
The weather in Lowell is quite pleasant, especially in the summer. This area has a type of weather known as a warm-summer Mediterranean climate. This means that the summers are warm but not too hot, and they are usually dry. The average monthly temperatures during summer don't go above 71.6°F (22°C). This climate type is often called "Csb" on climate maps, according to the Köppen Climate Classification system.
