Ruidosa, Texas facts for kids
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Ruidosa, Texas
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Unincorporated village
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Ruins of Sacred Heart Mission along FM 170 in Ruidosa
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Ruidene, Texas
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 Ruidosa, Texas
Location in Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Presidio |
| Elevation | 2,795 ft (852 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
79843
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| Area code | 432 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1378997 |
Ruidosa is an unincorporated desert village in Presidio County, Texas, United States. Although called a ghost town by some sources, there were 43 inhabitants as of 2000 and a small store.
Climate
This area has a large amount of sunshine year round due to its stable descending air and high pressure. According to the Köppen climate classification system, Ruidosa has a mild desert climate, abbreviated as BWn on climate maps.
Education
Ruidosa is incorporated into the Presidio Independent School District.
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