North Fork, Nevada facts for kids
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North Fork, Nevada
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 North Fork, Nevada
Location in Nevada
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nevada |
| County | Elko |
| Elevation | 6,125 ft (1,867 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
North Fork is a small place in Elko County, Nevada, USA. It's called an "unincorporated community" because it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. The special mail code, or ZIP Code, for North Fork, Nevada, is 89801.
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Discovering North Fork's Past
North Fork has a long history, even though it's a small place today. It was once a more active community.
Early Days of North Fork
A special building called a post office opened in North Fork in 1889. This was where people could send and receive mail. The post office stayed open for many years, helping the community connect with the outside world.
When the Post Office Closed
The post office in North Fork closed its doors in 1944. This often happens when a community becomes smaller. Sometimes, North Fork is also called "Northfork."
How North Fork Got Its Name
The community got its name from a nearby river. This river is known as the North Fork Humboldt River. Rivers were very important for early settlements.
Is North Fork a Ghost Town?
Because North Fork is very small now, some people think of it as a ghost town. A ghost town is a place that was once busy but now has very few or no people living there.
See also
In Spanish: North Fork (Nevada) para niños
