Torrance, Pennsylvania facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Torrance, Pennsylvania
Unincorporated community
Torrance, Pennsylvania Location in Pennsylvania
Country	United States
State	Pennsylvania
County	Westmoreland
Elevation	1,165 ft (355 m)
Time zone	UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code	15779
Area code(s)	724
GNIS feature ID	1189666

Torrance is a small, unincorporated community located in Derry Township, Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It's a quiet place where people live, but it doesn't have its own separate local government like a city or a town. Instead, it's part of the larger Derry Township.

Discover Torrance, Pennsylvania

Torrance is a community that offers a glimpse into rural life in Pennsylvania. It's known for its peaceful setting and its connection to the surrounding natural landscape. Even though it's not a big city, it plays a part in the local area.

Where is Torrance Located?

This community is found on the south side of the Conemaugh River. The Conemaugh River is an important waterway in this part of Pennsylvania. Torrance is also located about 2.2 miles (which is about 3.5 kilometers) east of a town called Blairsville. This helps you imagine where it is on a map.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

You might be wondering what an "unincorporated community" means. It's a place where people live together, but it doesn't have its own official town or city government. Instead, it's governed by the larger county or township it's a part of. For Torrance, that means it's part of Derry Township and Westmoreland County. This is different from a city like Pittsburgh, which has its own mayor and city council.

Mail and Services in Torrance

Even though Torrance is an unincorporated community, it still has its own post office. This post office helps residents send and receive mail. The ZIP code for Torrance is 15779. A ZIP code is a special number that helps the postal service deliver mail to the correct location.