Walnut Ridge, Delaware facts for kids
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Walnut Ridge, Delaware
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 Walnut Ridge, Delaware
Location in Delaware
Walnut Ridge, Delaware
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Delaware |
| County | New Castle |
| Elevation | 318 ft (97 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 302 |
| GNIS feature ID | 217470 |
Walnut Ridge is a small place located in New Castle County, Delaware, 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.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own separate government. Instead, it is governed by the larger county it is part of. For Walnut Ridge, this means New Castle County handles services like roads and public safety.
This is different from a city or town, which has its own mayor and city council. Unincorporated areas are often smaller. They might not have clear boundaries like a city does.
Where is Walnut Ridge Located?
Walnut Ridge is found in the northwestern part of Wilmington. It sits west of a road called Owls Nest Road.
You can find it between two other roads: Delaware Route 82 and Old Kennett Road. This location places it within the beautiful landscape of New Castle County, Delaware.
