Alexander Creek, Alaska facts for kids
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Alexander Creek, Alaska
Tuqen Kaq'
Alexander, Alaska
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Alaska Native Village Corporation
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 Alexander Creek, Alaska
Location in Alaska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alaska |
| Borough | Matanuska-Susitna |
| Township | T15N R7W Seward Meridian |
| Area | |
| • Total | 56.8 sq mi (147 km2) |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
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| • Total | 40 |
| Time zone | UTC-9 (Alaska (AKST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-8 (AKDT) |
| ZIP code |
99645
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| Area code | 907 |
| FIPS code | 02-01655 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2419533 |
Alexander (in the Dena'ina language: Tuqen Kaq’) is a small community in Alaska, United States. It is not an official city with its own government. This area is home to an Alaska Native community. They have a special organization called an Alaska Native Village Corporation. Alexander is located on the Susitna River delta. This is close to where Alexander Creek meets the bigger Susitna River. It is about 27 miles (43 km) northwest of Anchorage, Alaska.
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History of Alexander
Alexander is a small village that is about 2.4 miles (3.9 km) long. It was first written about in 1898. This information came from a map made by Eldridge in 1900. The village is located at an elevation of about 30 feet (9.1 meters).
Where is Alexander Located?
Alexander is found in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska. It sits on the west side of Alexander Creek. This is very close to where the creek flows into the large Susitna River. The Susitna River then flows into Cook Inlet of the Pacific Ocean. This area is about 10 miles (16 km) upstream from the mouth of the Susitna River. Alexander is roughly 27 miles (43 km) northwest of Anchorage, Alaska. The total land area of Alexander is about 56.8 square miles (147 square kilometers).
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Alexander has changed over time.
- In 1980, there were 11 people.
- By 1990, the population grew to 40 people.
After 1990, Alexander was no longer counted separately in the U.S. Census. Now, it is part of a larger area called the Susitna Census-Designated Place (CDP). A CDP is a place defined by the Census Bureau for statistical purposes.
How People Make a Living
The people in Alexander mainly live by using the natural resources around them. This is called a subsistence economy. It means they get most of their food and other needs directly from the land. They might hunt, fish, or gather plants. Some people also work as guides for tourists who come to fish or hunt. They might also sell some natural resources that can be replaced, like certain plants or fish.
Fun Things to Do and See
Alexander is surrounded by beautiful natural areas. These are federal and state forest lands. This means there are lots of opportunities for outdoor activities. You can explore the forests and enjoy nature.
