Orwood, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Orwood
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Contra Costa County |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| GNIS ID | 252758 |
| FIPS code | 06-54456 |
This article is about a community in California. For the ghost town in Mississippi, see Orwood, Mississippi.
Orwood is a small, unincorporated community located in Contra Costa County, California, United States. An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county it's in.
Discover Orwood: A Small California Community
Orwood is a quiet spot in California. It sits very close to sea level, at an elevation of just 3 feet (about 1 meter). This community is part of the area code 925 and has a ZIP Code of 94514.
Where is Orwood Located?
You can find Orwood about 7 miles (which is about 11 kilometers) east of a bigger town called Brentwood. It's situated along the route of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad. This railroad was very important for transportation and trade in the past.
How Orwood Got Its Name
Orwood was named after a person who helped promote or develop the area. His name was Orville Y. Woodward. The name "Orwood" is a combination of parts of his first and last names. A post office also operated in Orwood for a few years, from 1913 to 1921.
