O'Brien, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
O'Brien, California
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 O'Brien, California
Location in California
O'Brien, California
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Shasta |
| Elevation | 1,234 ft (376 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
96070
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| Area code(s) | 530 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1659769 |
O'Brien is a small, unincorporated community located in Shasta County, California. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county government.
This quiet spot is found along Interstate 5, a major highway in California. It's about 16 miles (or 26 kilometers) north of a larger city called Redding.
What's in O'Brien?
O'Brien has its own post office, which is pretty neat for a small community. This post office first opened its doors in 1945. If you wanted to send a letter to someone in O'Brien, you would use the ZIP code 96070.
How Did O'Brien Get Its Name?
The community of O'Brien is named after a person! It got its name from Con O'Brien. He used to own a resort in this area. A resort is a place where people go to relax and have fun, often on vacation. So, the name O'Brien helps remember the person who helped make this area a place for visitors.
