Rosette, Utah facts for kids
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Rosette, Utah
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 Rosette, Utah
Location in Utah
Rosette, Utah
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Utah |
| County | Box Elder |
| Named for | Wild roses |
| Elevation | 5,686 ft (1,733 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP codes |
84329
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| Area code(s) | 435 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1445146 |
Rosette is a small community in Box Elder County, Utah, United States. It is not a city with its own government. Instead, it is an "unincorporated area." This means it is a group of homes and farms without a local town council.
Rosette is mainly a ranching community. People there often work with livestock like cattle.
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Where is Rosette Located?
Rosette is in the northwestern part of Box Elder County. It is about 4 miles (6.4 km) west of another community called Park Valley. The Raft River Mountains are located just south of Rosette.
How Rosette Got Its Name
The community of Rosette was named in 1871. The first postmaster, Jonathan Campbell, chose the name. He named it after the many wild roses that grow in the area.
Population Over Time
The number of people living in Rosette has changed over the years. Here's a look at its population:
- 1920: 100 people
- 1930: 77 people
- 1940: 86 people
- 1950: 68 people
The population numbers come from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Understanding Rosette's Climate
Rosette has a semi-arid climate. This means it is quite dry, but not a complete desert. It gets some rain, but not a lot. Days can be hot, and nights can be cool. This type of climate is often shown as "BSk" on climate maps.
