Atlantic, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Atlantic, Pennsylvania
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Location of Atlantic in Crawford County
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Location of Crawford County in Pennsylvania
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Crawford County |
| Township | East Fallowfield |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.16 sq mi (0.41 km2) |
| • Land | 0.16 sq mi (0.41 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,147 ft (350 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 113 |
| • Density | 719.75/sq mi (278.60/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
16111
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| Area code(s) | 814 |
Atlantic is a small community in Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for population, but it's not officially a city or town. In 2020, about 113 people lived there.
History of Atlantic
A special bridge in Atlantic, called the Bridge in East Fallowfield Township, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. This list helps protect important historical places.
On May 31, 1985, a very powerful F4 tornado hit Atlantic. This tornado caused a lot of damage, destroying almost the entire community. Sadly, some people lost their lives during this natural disaster.
Geography of Atlantic
Atlantic is located in the southwestern part of Crawford County. It is specifically found within East Fallowfield Township.
The community covers a total area of about 0.41 square kilometers (0.16 square miles). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water.
People in Atlantic
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| 2020 | 113 | — | |
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In 2000, there were 43 people living in Atlantic. By 2020, the population had grown to 113 people. Most of the people living in Atlantic are White.
The community has a mix of families and individuals. In 2000, many households had children under 18 living with them. The average age of people in Atlantic in 2000 was 28 years old.
Notable Person
- Maxwell Anderson, a famous writer who won a Pulitzer Prize, was born in Atlantic. The Pulitzer Prize is a very important award for achievements in journalism, literature, and music.
See also
In Spanish: Atlantic (Pensilvania) para niños
