Charleston View, California
Charleston View | |
|---|---|
Charleston View Location in California Charleston View Charleston View (the United States) | |
| Coordinates: 35°57′53″N 115°53′50″W / 35.96472°N 115.89722°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Inyo County |
| Area | |
• Total | 0.75 sq mi (1.95 km2) |
| • Land | 0.75 sq mi (1.95 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,618 ft (798 m) |
| Population (2020) | |
• Total | 45 |
| • Density | 59.8/sq mi (23.09/km2) |
| ZIP code | 92389 |
| FIPS code | 06-12730 |
| GNIS feature IDs | 2804104[2] |
Charleston View, formally known as Calvada Springs, is an unincorporated community in Inyo County, California.[2] The Charleston View CDP had a population of 45 in the 2020 census.[3]
The former name is a portmanteau of California and Nevada.[4]
History
Inyo County defines the Charleston view planning area as 67.875 square miles,[5] which is bigger than the census CDP for Charleston View. Defined as 0.748 square miles.[3] Within the Planning area, the 2020 Census shows that within Census Tract 8, Blocks 1176–1279, the population is 75.[6]
In 2005, Housing Developers proposed to The Inyo county Board of Supervisors to build 65,000 housing units in Charleston View.[7] This development was greeted with backlash by residents from Neighboring Pahrump, NV, whose main concern was that such development would deplete the ground water[8] in the Pahrump Valley.
In 2009, Housing Developers proposed a scaled backed plan that would allow a total population of 40 thousand.[9]
In 2012, BrightSource Energy proposed to the California Energy Commission, to build the Hidden Hills Solar Electric Generating System Project in Charleston View,[10] but was withdrawn in 2015 [11] due to concerns over the effects on wildlife, groundwater, cultural and historical resources in the area.[12][13]
Demographics
| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 45 | — | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020[14] | |||
Charleston View first appeared as a census designated place in the 2020 U.S. census.[15]
2020 census
As of the 2020 census, Charleston View had a population of 45. The median age was 29.8 years. 20.0% of residents were under the age of 18 and 13.3% of residents were 65 years of age or older. For every 100 females there were 200.0 males, and for every 100 females age 18 and over there were 176.9 males age 18 and over.[16][17]
0.0% of residents lived in urban areas, while 100.0% lived in rural areas.[18]
There were 18 households in Charleston View, of which 27.8% had children under the age of 18 living in them. Of all households, 50.0% were married-couple households, 5.6% were households with a male householder and no spouse or partner present, and 38.9% were households with a female householder and no spouse or partner present. About 16.7% of all households were made up of individuals and 5.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.[16]
There were 24 housing units, of which 25.0% were vacant. The homeowner vacancy rate was 0.0% and the rental vacancy rate was 0.0%.[16]
| Race / Ethnicity (NH = Non-Hispanic) | Pop 2020[14] | % 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| White alone (NH) | 22 | 48.89% |
| Black or African American alone (NH) | 0 | 0.00% |
| Native American or Alaska Native alone (NH) | 0 | 0.00% |
| Asian alone (NH) | 1 | 2.22% |
| Pacific Islander alone (NH) | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other race alone (NH) | 0 | 0.00% |
| Mixed race or Multiracial (NH) | 7 | 15.56% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 15 | 33.33% |
| Total | 45 | 100.00% |
Economy
Due to its remote location, the economy of Charleston View is limited. Most revolves around the cultivation of marijuana.[19][20][21]
In 2021, Inyo County approved the construction of light industrial building, that would allow for the processing and distribution of marijuana for cultivators in Charleston View and outlying communities in southeastern inyo county.[22]
Tourism
A major attraction for religious people in Charleston View is the St. Thérèse Mission. Which is a Catholic church, administered by the Diocese of Fresno. It was built as a way to provide metro Las Vegas a Catholic cemetery after business tycoon Rafael Dizon Jr wanted to honor Saint Therese after his recovery from cancer.[23]
Politics
In the state legislature, Charleston View is in the 4th senatorial district, represented by Republican Marie Alvarado-Gil,[24] and the 8th Assembly district, represented by Republican David Tangipa.[25]
Public safety and crime
Law enforcement is provided by Inyo County Sheriff's department. Types of crime in Charleston view normally deal with unpermitted Marijuana cultivation.[26]
Fire Protection is provided by Southern Inyo Fire Protection District.[27] A fire station is planned to reduce response times within Charleston View.[28][29]
Education
It is in the Death Valley Unified School District for grades PK-12.[30]
References
- ^ "2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved October 30, 2021.
- ^ a b c U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Charleston View, California
- ^ a b "Explore Census Data".
- ^ Remington, Frank L. (September 8, 1969). "Take a Good Look at the US Map. Towns Have the Craziest Names". The Milwaukee Journal. p. 2. Retrieved May 18, 2015.
- ^ "Community Plans for Charleston View and Tecopa | Inyo County California".
- ^ "2020 Decennial Census by race". United States Census Bureau. United States Census Bureau. Retrieved March 10, 2022.
- ^ "Board Minutes - May 17, 2005". inyocounty.us. Retrieved May 26, 2021.
- ^ "Housing proposal near Pahrump sparks concerns over water supply - Las Vegas Sun Newspaper". lasvegassun.com. August 22, 2005. Retrieved May 26, 2021.
- ^ "New Life for Charleston View Subdivision? - Sierra Wave: Eastern Sierra NewsSierra Wave: Eastern Sierra News". February 20, 2009.
- ^ "Hidden Hills Solar Project, Inyo County".
- ^ "Power Plant Compliance and Siting".
- ^ "Agency Staff Urge End to Desert Solar Project". April 17, 2015.
- ^ "Company to Withdraw Proposed Solar Tower Project in Inyo County". May 29, 2015.
- ^ a b "P2: Hispanic or Latino, and Not Hispanic or Latino by Race – 2020: DEC Redistricting Data (PL 94-171) – Charleston View CDP, California". United States Census Bureau.
- ^ "2020 Geography Changes". United States Census Bureau.
- ^ a b c "2020 Decennial Census Demographic Profile (DP1)". United States Census Bureau. 2021. Retrieved April 28, 2026.
- ^ "2020 Decennial Census Redistricting Data (Public Law 94-171)". United States Census Bureau. 2021. Retrieved April 28, 2026.
- ^ "2020 Decennial Census Demographic and Housing Characteristics (DHC)". United States Census Bureau. 2023. Retrieved April 28, 2026.
- ^ "Planning Commission, March 24,2021" (PDF). Inyo County. Inyo County Planning Department. Retrieved March 21, 2022.
- ^ "Inyo County Planning Commission January 27, 2021" (PDF). Inyo County. Inyo County Planning Commission. Retrieved March 21, 2022.
- ^ "Inyo County Planning Commission January 27, 2020" (PDF). Inyo County. Inyo County Planning Commission. Retrieved March 21, 2022.
- ^ "March 24, 2021 County of Inyo Planning Commission Agenda" (PDF). Inyo County Planning Commission. Inyo County. Retrieved August 22, 2022.
- ^ "The Mission's Beginnings". St. Therese Mission. Retrieved June 19, 2023.
- ^ "Senators". State of California. Retrieved August 2, 2025.
- ^ "Members Assembly". State of California. Retrieved August 2, 2025.
- ^ "Law enforcement seizes almost $35 million in marijuana in Charleston View area". Inyo Register. Retrieved March 21, 2022.
- ^ "14th annual Firehouse Fling event planned for Saturday". Pahrump Valley Times. November 5, 2021. Retrieved March 21, 2022.
- ^ "Kiley selects Southern Inyo Fire District stations for possible funds". Inyo Register. April 13, 2023. Retrieved September 21, 2023.
- ^ "U.S. House Rep. Selects Southern Inyo (CA) Fire District for $1.5M Allocation to Build Two Fire stations". Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment. April 16, 2023.
- ^ Geography Division (December 18, 2020). 2020 Census - School District Reference Map: Inyo County, CA (PDF) (Map). Suitland, Maryland: U.S. Census Bureau. p. 3 (PDF p. 4/4). Retrieved April 22, 2026. - Text list