Orovada, Nevada


Orovada is a census-designated place in Humboldt County, Nevada. The population was 155 at the 2010 census.

History

The first permanent settlement at Orovada was made in 1918. The name is a combination of oro and Nevada. A post office has been in operation at Orovada since 1920.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the Orovada CDP has an area of, all land. U.S. Route 95 runs through the CDP, leading south to Winnemucca and north to the Oregon state line at McDermitt.

Education

The Humboldt County School District operates schools serving areas with Orovada addresses. Some areas are zoned to Orovada School, a K-8 school. Other areas are zoned to Kings River School, a K-8 school.

Notable residents

announcer Bob Tallman lived on a ranch near Orovada during his early childhood.