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Patch
Country United States
State California
County Kern County
Elevation
420 ft (128 m)
Weedpatch, Kern County, California. Families from Oklahoma, Texas, and Arkansas are rapidly settling . . . - NARA - 521671
Church in Weedpatch, California (1940)

Patch is a small place in Kern County, California. It used to be called Weedpatch. This community is not officially a city or town. It is located about 10 miles (16 km) southeast of Bakersfield. Patch sits at an elevation of 420 feet (128 meters) above sea level.

What is Patch?

Patch is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it is a group of homes and businesses that are not part of an official city or town. Instead, it is governed by the larger Kern County. Many small places in the United States are unincorporated.

Where is Patch Located?

Patch is found in the southern part of California. It is in Kern County, which is a large county known for its agriculture and oil production. The community is situated near a railroad line, which was important for its early development. Being close to Bakersfield, a bigger city, means residents can easily access more services and shops.

The Story of Its Name

The community was first known as Weedpatch. This name might have come from the plants that grew in the area. Later, the railroad company decided to shorten the name to just "Patch." This change made it easier for people to remember and say. Many places have changed their names over time for different reasons.

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