Zimmerdale, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Zimmerdale, Kansas
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1915 Railroad Map of Harvey County
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 Zimmerdale, Kansas
Location in Kansas
Zimmerdale, Kansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Harvey |
| Township | Emma |
| Named for | Martin Zimmermann |
| Elevation | 1,467 ft (447 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-80975 |
| GNIS ID | 477994 |
Zimmerdale is a small, unincorporated community in Harvey County, Kansas, United States. An unincorporated community is a place where people live together but it doesn't have its own official local government like a city or town. Zimmerdale is located along an old highway and a railroad line, between the towns of Hesston and Newton.
History
Zimmerdale wasn't always called Zimmerdale! When it was first settled, it had a different name: Trousdale. It was named after a person named W. Truesdale. Later on, the community decided to change its name. They chose Zimmerdale to honor Martin Zimmermann. This is how many small communities get their names, often from important people who helped start or develop the area.
Education
Kids living in Zimmerdale go to public schools. These schools are part of the Hesston USD 460 public school district. This district makes sure students have schools to attend and teachers to learn from.
