Rydal, Georgia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rydal, Georgia
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Pine Log United Methodist Church
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 Rydal, Georgia
Location in Georgia (U.S. state)
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Bartow |
| Area | |
| • Land | 53.6 sq mi (139 km2) |
| Elevation | 0.112 ft (0.034 m) |
| Population
(2010 est.)
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| • Total | 4,087 |
| • Density | 76.2/sq mi (29.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
30171
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| Area code(s) | 770 |
| GNIS feature ID | 332948 |
Rydal is a small place in Bartow County, Georgia, in the United States. It's not a city with its own government, but rather an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that are part of the larger county. Rydal is about thirteen miles north of Cartersville.
This area is mostly countryside, with lots of open spaces and farms. It includes the old town of Pine Log. Today, the Pine Log post office is still open. People often call the whole area around Pine Log by the name Rydal. In 2000, about 2,960 people lived in the Rydal area.
You can still find many old churches, homes, and the Pine Log Elementary School here. More people have been moving to Rydal because the Atlanta Metropolitan Area is growing. Since the 1990s, new neighborhoods and factories have been built in the area. This has caused the number of people living here to increase.
Exploring Rydal and Nearby Areas
Rydal is in a great spot because it's close to Cartersville. You can easily get to Interstate 75 from Rydal. This major highway makes it simple for people living in Rydal to travel.
Travel and Work Opportunities
Being near Interstate 75 means residents can quickly reach bigger cities. These include Atlanta, Rome, and Chattanooga. This makes it easier for people to find jobs in different places.
Famous People from Rydal
- Rick Camp, a well-known baseball player, came from this community.
