Walcott, Wyoming facts for kids
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Walcott, Wyoming
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 Walcott, Wyoming
Location in Wyoming
Walcott, Wyoming
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wyoming |
| County | Carbon |
| Elevation | 6,627 ft (2,020 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP codes |
82335
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| GNIS feature ID | 1595988 |
Walcott is a small, unincorporated community located in the central part of Carbon County, Wyoming, in the United States. An unincorporated community means it's a place where people live together, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
This community is found along local roads, close to a major highway called Interstate 80. It's also near U.S. Route 30 and U.S. Route 287, which run together in this area. Walcott is situated to the east of Rawlins, which is the main town and county seat for Carbon County.
What is Walcott's Elevation?
Walcott is located at a high elevation. Its height above sea level is 6,627 feet (which is about 2,020 meters). This makes it a place with a high-altitude climate.
Walcott's Post Office History
For many years, Walcott had its own post office. This post office used the ZIP code 82335. However, the post office in Walcott officially closed its doors in 2007.
Education in Walcott
Children living in the Walcott community attend public schools. These schools are managed and provided by Carbon County School District #2. This district is responsible for making sure students in the area get a good education.
