Moore, South Carolina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Moore
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 Moore
Location in South Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Spartanburg |
| Elevation | 715 ft (218 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
29369
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| Area code(s) | 864 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1231558 |
Moore is an unincorporated community in Spartanburg County in the U.S. state of South Carolina.
Geography
Moore is located in the Upstate region of South Carolina at a latitude of 34.833N and a longitude of -81.992W. The elevation of Moore is 725 feet above sea level.
Moore is located south of Spartanburg on U.S. Route 221 and is one mile west of Interstate 26.
Historical Sites
One commonly visited historical site in the area is the Walnut Grove Plantation located 3.7 miles from Moore. Moore is also home to 2 historical houses. They are not classified as historical landmarks, however, they could be. 1105 Center point drive is the oldest house in town. Built in 1825, it is a 2 story craftsman style home. It is currently owned and lived in by the Mathis family. Built in 1875, 1113 Center point drive, is also a 2 story craftsman style home. It is currently owned but not resided in.
Price's Post Office was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1969.
Agriculture
Moore is famous for its Niven's Apple Farm, one of the largest producers and sellers of apples in Spartanburg County. Corn is also a relevant product. Cattle are the main livestock.
Education
Moore boasts three schools. They are part of the Spartanburg District 5 and 6 School system. First is R.D. Anderson Applied Technology and Vocational School, the tech prep center for Byrnes, Dorman, and Woodruff High Schools. River Ridge Elementary is the newest elementary school in Spartanburg District 5. Also, Anderson Mill Elementary School, a part of Spartanburg District 6, and Dawkins Middle School, also part of Spartanburg District 6, are located in Moore.
Notable residents
- Steven Duggar (born 1993), baseball player for the San Francisco Giants
See also
In Spanish: Moore (Carolina del Sur) para niños
