Racket Ridge, Arkansas facts for kids
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Racket Ridge, Arkansas
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 Racket Ridge, Arkansas
Location in Arkansas
Racket Ridge, Arkansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Van Buren |
| Elevation | 1,332 ft (406 m) |
| GNIS feature ID | 68691 |
Racket Ridge is a place in Van Buren County, Arkansas, in the United States. It is known as a ghost town. This means it was once a community where people lived and worked, but now it is mostly empty.
What is a Ghost Town?
A ghost town is a settlement that has been mostly or completely abandoned. This can happen for many reasons. Sometimes, a town might run out of its main resource, like a mine closing down. Other times, new roads or railways might bypass a town. This causes businesses to move away. When people leave, buildings are often left behind. This makes the town feel "ghostly."
Where is Racket Ridge?
Racket Ridge is located in the beautiful state of Arkansas. It is found in Van Buren County. This area is in the central part of Arkansas. The town is about 2.2 miles (3.5 kilometers) west-northwest of another town called Scotland. Racket Ridge sits at an elevation of 1,332 feet (406 meters) above sea level.
