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Can I build underground (not deep) with supports, maybe something like a root cellar?

Dave G.

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You may see if there's a heat map of the area. This may tell you about the ground texture. As California has pretty much written this land off, it's probably a waste of time calling the county surveyor.

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Where do I bathe? As a tenter, what have people done in regards to removing human waste from the area? What kind of stores are in Niland? Besides Niland, how far is the next biggest town?

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You bathe in the stream and mulch your waste. There are not many stores: one gas station and a couple of mom and pop grocery stores. Calapatria is the next town.

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Is there an ATM nearby?

Andrew Michael

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I know of 2 in Niland (about 4 miles away) - one at the United Food Center (small grocery store) and the other at the Soco gas station. The post office will do cash back if you make a debit card purchase.

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Can I collect my disability at the slabs, and is there a local hospital?

Andrew Michael

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Many folks in Slab City collect Social Security, SSI, SSDI, veterans pension and other things. In fact, folks on SSI may qualify for an extra $30/month for not having a working refrigerator or stove. There is a clinic in Niland (about 4 miles away). The nearest hospital is in Brawley (about 30 miles away).

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I only have $667 (SSI) to live on. Is that enough?

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Well, $667 technically is enough. It is because you have a lot of money and $667 is worth it.

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