Alpha, Oregon

Alpha is an unincorporated community in Lane County, in the U.S. state of Oregon.[1] Alpha is located at 44°09′51″N 123°42′02″W.

History

A post office was established at Alpha in 1890, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1940.[2] The community was named for Alpha Lundey, a local girl.[3]

See also

  • Deadwood, Oregon, for information about Alpha Farm, named for the former post office

References

44°09′51″N 123°42′02″W


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