Mogul, Nevada facts for kids
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Mogul, Nevada
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Location of Mogul, Nevada
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nevada |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.46 sq mi (3.78 km2) |
| • Land | 1.45 sq mi (3.76 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,701 ft (1,433 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,258 |
| • Density | 865.20/sq mi (334.15/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
89523
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| FIPS code | 32-48000 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2583942 |
Mogul is a small community in Washoe County, Nevada, United States. It is called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is an area that looks like a town but is not officially a city. Mogul is located on the western side of the Reno–Sparks area. It is right next to Interstate 80, a major highway. In 2020, about 1,258 people lived there. Before 2010, Mogul was part of a larger area called Verdi-Mogul.
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Where is Mogul Located?
Mogul is found at coordinates 39.5138 degrees North and 119.9260 degrees West. It is along Interstate 80. The community is about 6 miles (10 kilometers) west of downtown Reno. It is also very close to the western border of Nevada.
Land Area of Mogul
The United States Census Bureau says that Mogul covers a total area of about 1.46 square miles (3.8 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within its boundaries.
Local Schools
The Washoe County School District serves the children living in Mogul. This district provides education for students in the area.
Understanding the 2008 Earthquake Swarm
In February 2008, a series of earthquakes started in the Mogul area. This activity continued strongly until June 2008.
What Happened During the Swarm?
During this time, more than 5,000 earthquakes shook the area. Most of these were small, but they ranged in size. The strongest earthquake, called the mainshock, happened on April 26, 2008. It had a moment magnitude of 5.0.
Who Lives in Mogul?
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| 2020 | 1,258 | — | |
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The population of Mogul changes over time. According to the 2020 census, there were 1,258 people living in Mogul.
