Andrews, Oregon
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Andrews community school in 2007
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Harney |
| Elevation | 4,157 ft (1,267 m) |
| Population (as of 1996) | |
| • Total | 0 (ghost town) |
| Time zone | Pacific |
Andrews is a ghost town in Harney County, Oregon, United States.[1] It is located south of Steens Mountain and near the Alvord Desert.
History
The community was named for Peter Andrews, who settled in the area about 1880.[2] A post office was established on Andrews' property in 1890.[2] The post office was moved north a short distance in 1900 and called "Wildhorse" or "Wild Horse".[2] Locals referred to it as "Wild Hog", however, so the postmaster changed the name to honor his friend Andrews.[2]
The population of Andrews slowly declined until only one house remained. When it burned down in 1996, the community became a ghost town.[2]
Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Andrews has a semi-arid climate, abbreviated "BSk" on climate maps.[3]
See also
References
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- Photo of Andrews school by chipsbuttie
- Historic images of Andrews from Salem Public Library
- Andrews listing on ghosttowns.com
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