Olive, Montana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Olive
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 Olive
Location in Montana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Montana |
| County | Powder River |
| Elevation | 3,232 ft (985 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP codes |
59343
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| GNIS feature ID | 774953 |
Olive, sometimes called Rocky Point, is a small, quiet place in north-central Powder River County, Montana, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's usually managed by the county.
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Discovering Olive, Montana
Olive is located in the beautiful state of Montana. It sits along Highway 59. This highway connects Olive to other places in the area.
Where is Olive Located?
Olive is found in the northwestern part of Powder River County. It is northwest of Broadus. Broadus is the main town and the county seat for Powder River County. This means Broadus is where the county's government offices are located.
How High Up is Olive?
Olive is quite high up! Its elevation is about 3,232 feet (985 meters) above sea level. This elevation gives it a unique position in the Montana landscape.
A Look at Olive's Past
Like many small communities, Olive has a bit of history. One important part of its past involves its post office.
The Olive Post Office
A post office was opened in Olive in 1909. Post offices were very important back then. They helped people send and receive letters and packages. This was especially true in rural areas like Olive. Today, the post office in Olive is closed. Mail services for the area are now handled by nearby towns.
