Apache Creek, New Mexico facts for kids
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Apache Creek, New Mexico
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 Apache Creek, New Mexico
Location in New Mexico
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Catron |
| Area | |
| • Total | 8.22 sq mi (21.28 km2) |
| • Land | 8.20 sq mi (21.24 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 6,411 ft (1,954 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 64 |
| • Density | 7.80/sq mi (3.01/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | MDT |
| Area code(s) | 575 |
| GNIS feature ID | 903222 |
Apache Creek is a small community in Catron County, New Mexico, in the United States. It is known as a "census-designated place," which means it's a specific area identified by the government for counting people. In 2020, about 64 people lived there. Apache Creek is located where two waterways meet: Apache Creek and the Tularosa River.
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History of Apache Creek
In the past, famous Apache leaders like Mangas Coloradas, Victorio, Geronimo, Chato, and Cochise were active in this area. They used a fighting style called guerrilla warfare against settlers from the United States. This type of fighting involves small groups using surprise attacks.
Apache Conflicts Over Land
At first, the Apache people were friendly with explorers and colonists. However, when settlers began taking over their land and water, the Apache fought back to protect their homes. This period of conflict ended in 1886 after Geronimo surrendered.
Post Office and Mail Service
Apache Creek had its own post office for many years, from 1928 to 1958. After 1958, mail for Apache Creek started going to the nearby community of Aragon.
Life in Apache Creek Today
Apache Creek has a cemetery that has been used for burials from 1900 through the 1960s. It serves as a historical record of the community's past residents.
Population of Apache Creek
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| 2020 | 64 | — | |
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The population of Apache Creek was 67 people in 2010. By 2020, the number of people living there had slightly decreased to 64.
Apache Creek Pueblo Ruin
The Apache Creek Pueblo is an important historical site located north of the town. It is also called the "Apache Creek Ruin." In 1969, the New Mexico Historic Preservation Commission officially listed it as a historic place.
Ancient Pueblo Dwellings
Archaeologists have identified this site as an Upland Mogollon pueblo. A pueblo is a type of ancient village. People lived here between 1150 and 1300 A.D. The site includes pit-houses, which are homes built partly underground. The pueblo had between 25 and 50 rooms, all built using stone masonry.
Education in Apache Creek
Children living in Apache Creek attend schools within the Reserve Independent School District.
See also
In Spanish: Apache Creek (Nuevo México) para niños
