Pine Springs, Arizona facts for kids
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Pine Springs, Arizona
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 Pine Springs, Arizona
Location in Arizona
Pine Springs, Arizona
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | Apache |
| Elevation | 6,969 ft (2,124 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (MST) |
| Area code(s) | 928 |
| FIPS code | 04-55850 |
| GNIS feature ID | 9479 |
Pine Springs (which is called Tʼiis Ííʼáhí in the Navajo language) is a small community. It is located in Apache County, Arizona, in the United States. It is known as a "populated place" or an unincorporated area. This means it is a community where people live, but it does not have its own city government.
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About Pine Springs
Pine Springs is often thought of as a "sibling" town to Oak Springs. For many years, Pine Springs Road was the main route to Window Rock. Window Rock is an important place for the Navajo Nation.
History and Community Life
In the past, Pine Springs had several important places. There was a school where local children could learn. The community also had a trading post. A trading post was like a general store where people could buy and sell goods. It was also a place for people to meet and trade.
Pine Springs also had a special building called a log-constructed chapter house. This was a community center where local meetings were held. It was a place for people to discuss important issues. There was also a Catholic mission in the community.
Local Resources and Development
Near Pine Springs, there is a special place with copper deposits. These deposits are important because they also contain turquoise. Turquoise is a beautiful blue-green stone. Local silversmiths use this turquoise to create jewelry and other art.
In 2009, a big change happened for Pine Springs. The main dirt road leading into the community was paved with asphalt. This new paved road connected Pine Springs directly to Interstate 40. This made it much easier for people to travel to and from Pine Springs.
Notable People
- Mabel Burnside Myers: She was a famous Navajo weaver. Weaving is a traditional art form where threads are interlaced to create fabric or rugs. Mabel Burnside Myers was known for her beautiful and detailed work.
