Trenton, North Dakota facts for kids
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Trenton
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 Trenton
Location in North Dakota
Trenton
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Dakota |
| County | Williams |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.05 sq mi (2.71 km2) |
| • Land | 1.05 sq mi (2.71 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,933 ft (589 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 488 |
| • Density | 466.09/sq mi (179.98/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
58853
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| Area code(s) | 701 |
| FIPS code | 38-79460 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2805291 |
Trenton is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in northwestern Williams County, North Dakota, United States. It lies along North Dakota Highway 1804 southwest of the city of Williston, the county seat of Williams County. The community lies 220 miles north-west of Bismarck. It was first listed as a CDP prior to the 2020 census.
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Demographics
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| 2020 | 488 | — | |
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Trenton first appeared as a census designated place in the 2020 U.S. Census.
Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Trenton has a semi-arid climate, abbreviated "BSk" on climate maps.
Transportation
Amtrak’s Empire Builder, which operates between Seattle/Portland and Chicago, passes through the town on BNSF tracks, but makes no stop. The nearest station is located in Williston, 14 miles (23 km) to the northeast.
In July 2013, An Amtrak Empire Builder train collided with a bulldozer 9 miles (14 km) west of Trenton, killing the operator.
Education
It is within the Eight Mile School District.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Trenton (Dakota del Norte) para niños
