Ridgevalley facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ridgevalley
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 Ridgevalley
Location in Alberta
Ridgevalley
Location in Canada
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Region | Northern Alberta |
| Census division | 18 |
| Municipal district | Municipal District of Greenview No. 16 |
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| • Type | Unincorporated |
| Population
(1991)
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| • Total | 46 |
| Time zone | UTC−07:00 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−06:00 (MDT) |
| Area code(s) | 780, 587, 825 |
Ridgevalley is a small community called a hamlet in northern Alberta, Canada. It is part of the Municipal District of Greenview No. 16. Imagine a quiet spot in the countryside; that's Ridgevalley!
This hamlet is located about 2.5 kilometers (about 1.5 miles) southwest of Highway 43. It's also about 57 kilometers (around 35 miles) east of a larger city called Grande Prairie.
What is a Hamlet?
A hamlet is a very small settlement. It is usually smaller than a village or a town. Hamlets often have just a few homes and sometimes a small business or two. They are usually found in rural areas, away from big cities.
Where is Ridgevalley Located?
Ridgevalley is in the northern part of Alberta, which is one of Canada's provinces. This area is known for its wide-open spaces and natural beauty. Being in the Municipal District of Greenview No. 16 means it's managed by a local government that helps with things like roads and services for the people living there.
How Many People Live There?
In 1991, a count of people called a census was done by Statistics Canada. This count showed that 46 people lived in Ridgevalley at that time. This makes it a very small and close-knit community.
