Lowry, Virginia facts for kids
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Lowry, Virginia
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 Lowry, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Lowry, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Bedford |
| Elevation | 807 ft (246 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
24570
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| Area code(s) | 540 and 826 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1495047 |
Lowry is a small place in Bedford County, Virginia, United States. It is called an "unincorporated community." This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is managed by the county.
Lowry is about 5.2 miles (8.4 km) east-northeast of Bedford. It is located along a road called State Route 715. Lowry is also part of the larger Lynchburg area.
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People in Lowry
In 2020, a count of people called a census showed that 41 people lived in the Lowry ZIP Code area. A census helps us know how many people live in different places.
Learning in Lowry
Students living in Lowry go to schools run by Bedford County Public Schools. Younger students attend Otter River Elementary School. Middle schoolers go to Forest Middle School. High school students attend Jefferson Forest High School.
For those who want to continue their education, there are colleges nearby. The closest ones are in Bedford and Lynchburg.
Getting Around Lowry
Lowry has different ways for people to travel.
Roads
The main road that goes through Lowry is Virginia State Route 715. It is also known as Lowry Road.
Airports
If you need to fly, there are airports close by. The New London Airport is the closest small airport. For bigger planes and commercial flights, the Lynchburg Regional Airport is the nearest option.
Trains
A train track, part of the Norfolk Southern Railway, goes through Lowry. However, there is no passenger train station right in Lowry. The closest place to catch a passenger train is in Lynchburg.
Keeping Lowry Safe
Several groups work to keep the community of Lowry safe.
Emergency Services
The Bedford County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement. They help keep the peace and respond to emergencies. The Bedford Fire Department provides fire protection. They put out fires and help in other emergencies. For medical help, the Bedford County Department of Fire and Rescue provides Emergency medical services. They respond to medical emergencies and transport people to hospitals.
