Knoxville | |
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unincorporated community | |
Location in California | |
Coordinates: 38°49′40″N 122°20′26″W / 38.82778°N 122.34056°WCoordinates: 38°49′40″N 122°20′26″W / 38.82778°N 122.34056°W | |
Country | United States |
State | California |
County | Napa County |
Elevation | 1,322 ft (403 m) |
Knoxville is an unincorporated community in Napa County, California. It lies at an elevation of 1322 feet (403 m). Knoxville is located 23 miles (37 km) north-northeast of Saint Helena.
The Knoxville post office opened in 1863, moved in 1904 and 1907, and closed permanently in 1912. The name commemorates Ranar B. Knox, owner of a local mine and first post master.