Au Sable, Michigan facts for kids
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Au Sable, Michigan
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Location within Iosco County
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 Au Sable, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Au Sable, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Iosco |
| Township | Au Sable |
| Platted | 1849 |
| Incorporated | 1872 (village) 1889 (city) |
| Disincorporated | 1931 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.13 sq mi (5.52 km2) |
| • Land | 2.10 sq mi (5.44 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.08 km2) |
| Elevation | 592 ft (180 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,453 |
| • Density | 692.89/sq mi (267.50/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
48750 (Oscoda)
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| Area code(s) | 989 |
| FIPS code | 26-04280 |
| GNIS feature ID | 620323 |
Au Sable (pronounced "AW SAH-buhl") is a small community in Iosco County, Michigan, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community and a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a recognized area for gathering census data, but it doesn't have its own city government.
In 2020, about 1,453 people lived in Au Sable. The community is located in Au Sable Township. It sits right where the Au Sable River flows into Lake Huron.
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History of Au Sable
Au Sable has a long and interesting history. It started as a small settlement and grew into a city before facing big challenges.
Early Settlement and Growth
The first people to settle in Au Sable arrived in 1848. Curtis Emerson and James Eldridge bought land here. The community was officially mapped out, or platted, the very next year in 1849.
A post office opened in Au Sable on September 23, 1856. It was named after the nearby Au Sable River. The community was re-mapped in 1867. It then became an official village in 1872.
Becoming a City and Later Challenges
Au Sable grew to be the biggest community in Iosco County. Because of its size, it became a city in 1889. By 1890, the city had a population of 4,328 people.
However, a major forest fire in 1911 destroyed most of the city. This was a huge setback for Au Sable. The post office closed in December 1912. By 1930, only 61 people lived there. In 1931, Au Sable gave up its city status. It became an unincorporated community within Au Sable Township once again.
Geography of Au Sable
Au Sable covers a total area of about 2.13 square miles (5.52 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 2.10 square miles (5.44 square kilometers), is land. A small part, about 0.03 square miles (0.08 square kilometers), is water.
Location and Nearby Areas
The community is located on the south side of the Au Sable River. This is where the river meets Lake Huron. The community of Oscoda is located on the north side of the river, right across from Au Sable. Students in Au Sable attend schools in the Oscoda Area Schools district.
Major Roads in Au Sable
- US 23 is a main highway that runs north and south. It passes along the eastern edge of Au Sable, close to Lake Huron.
Population of Au Sable
The population of Au Sable has changed a lot over the years. Here's a look at how many people have lived there during different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 4,328 | — | |
| 1900 | 1,116 | −74.2% | |
| 1910 | 648 | −41.9% | |
| 1920 | 171 | −73.6% | |
| 1930 | 61 | −64.3% | |
| 1990 | 1,542 | — | |
| 2000 | 1,533 | −0.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,404 | −8.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,453 | 3.5% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,533 people living in Au Sable. There were 626 households, which are groups of people living together in one home. About 31.8% of these households had children under 18.
The population was spread out by age. About 26.0% of the people were under 18 years old. About 18.7% were 65 years old or older. The average age in Au Sable was 41 years.
Notable People from Au Sable
- Jack Fournier was a professional baseball player. He also worked as a scout and a college coach. He was born in Au Sable.
See Also
In Spanish: Au Sable (Míchigan) para niños
