North Muroc, California facts for kids

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Quick facts for kids North Muroc
Former settlement
North Muroc Location in California
Country	United States
State	California
County	Kern County
Elevation	2,290 ft (698 m)

North Muroc was a small community that no longer exists. It was once a settlement in Kern County, California. This area is in the southwestern United States.

What Was North Muroc?

A "former settlement" means it was once a place where people lived and worked, but it is now empty or has disappeared. North Muroc was one such place. It was a small dot on the map.

Where Was It Located?

North Muroc was found about 8 miles (13 kilometers) south-southeast of a place called Castle Butte. It sat at an elevation of 2,290 feet (698 meters) above sea level. This is like being high up on a hill.

A Glimpse into the Past

Even though it's gone now, North Muroc was still shown on maps as recently as 1947. This tells us it was a recognized place for some time. Many small settlements like North Muroc appeared and then faded away as towns grew or industries changed.

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