Skaar, North Dakota facts for kids
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Skaar, North Dakota
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Looking south at Skaar
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 Skaar, North Dakota
Location in North Dakota
Skaar, North Dakota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Dakota |
| County | McKenzie |
| Elevation | 2,241 ft (683 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| Area code(s) | 701 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1035153 |
Skaar is a small, quiet place located in McKenzie County, North Dakota, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Skaar doesn't have a mayor or a town council. Instead, it's usually governed by the larger county it's part of. For Skaar, that's McKenzie County.
How Does it Work?
People living in unincorporated areas still get services like roads and law enforcement. These services are provided by the county government. It's a common way for small groups of homes to exist without the full setup of a city.
Where is Skaar Located?
Skaar is found in the western part of North Dakota. It's quite close to the border with Montana. If you were to travel north from the town of Beach, Skaar would be about 31.5 miles (50.7 kilometers) away.
Nearby Areas
Being near the Montana border means Skaar is in a region with wide-open spaces. This area is known for its natural beauty and quiet, rural life.
