Bicknell, Utah facts for kids
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Bicknell, Utah
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Town
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Aerial photograph of Bicknell
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Location in Wayne County and the state of Utah.
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Location of Utah in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Utah |
| County | Wayne |
| Settled | 1879 |
| Incorporated | 1938 |
| Founded by | Albert King Thurber |
| Named for | Thomas W. Bicknell |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.57 sq mi (1.48 km2) |
| • Land | 0.57 sq mi (1.48 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 7,123 ft (2,171 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 327 |
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336 |
| • Density | 586.39/sq mi (226.32/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
84715
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| Area code(s) | 435 |
| FIPS code | 49-05490 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1438623 |
Bicknell is a small town located in Wayne County, Utah, in the United States. It sits along State Route 24. In 2010, about 327 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a cool history and beautiful natural surroundings.
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Exploring Bicknell's History
Bicknell was first settled in 1879. It was originally known as Thurber or Thurber Town. This name came from A.K. Thurber, who built the very first house in the area.
In 1897, the town had to move to a new spot. The original location had sandy soil and not enough good water. So, the whole community relocated for better living conditions.
How Bicknell Got Its Name
The town's name changed in a very interesting way! In 1914, a rich author and historian named Thomas W. Bicknell made a special offer. He was also an Education Commissioner from Rhode Island.
Mr. Bicknell offered a huge library of a thousand books to any Utah town that would rename itself after him. Another town, Grayson, also wanted the books. So, they made a deal in 1916.
Grayson decided to rename itself Blanding, which was Mr. Bicknell's wife's maiden name. As a result, the two towns shared the prize. Bicknell and Blanding each received 500 books for their libraries!
Geography and Natural Surroundings
Bicknell is a small town, covering about 0.57 square miles (1.48 square kilometers) of land. It's located in the Rabbit Valley in south-central Utah. The town sits high up, about 7,123 feet (2,171 meters) above sea level.
The Fremont River flows through the valley where Bicknell is found. This valley is surrounded by two tall mountains. To the north is Thousand Lake Mountain, which is about 11,305 feet tall. To the south is Boulder Mountain, standing at about 11,317 feet.
You'll find Fishlake National Forest to the north of Bicknell. To the south is Dixie National Forest. These forests offer amazing outdoor adventures. The visitor center for Capitol Reef National Park is also close by, about 17 miles (27 kilometers) to the east.
Distances to Nearby Places
Bicknell is a great base for exploring many famous spots in Utah:
- About 120 miles (193 km) northeast of Bryce Canyon National Park
- About 110 miles (177 km) southwest of Price
- About 165 miles (266 km) west of Moab
- About 169 miles (272 km) south of Provo
- About 212 miles (341 km) south of Salt Lake City
- About 228 miles (367 km) northeast of St. George
Cool Places to Visit Nearby
There are several interesting sites close to Bicknell:
- Bicknell Bottoms: A wildlife area and fish hatchery about 3.5 miles (5.6 km) southeast.
- Boulder Mountain: A tall mountain about 37 miles (60 km) southeast.
- Capitol Reef National Park: A beautiful national park about 17 miles (27 km) east.
- Fruita Schoolhouse: A historic school building about 20 miles (32 km) east.
- Teasdale Tithing Office and Granary: Historic buildings about 6 miles (10 km) southeast.
- Thousand Lake Mountain: Another tall mountain about 17 miles (27 km) north-northeast.
Bicknell's Climate
Bicknell has a semi-arid climate. This means it gets some rain, but it's generally dry. It's often sunny, with clear skies.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1940 | 362 | — | |
| 1950 | 373 | 3.0% | |
| 1960 | 366 | −1.9% | |
| 1970 | 264 | −27.9% | |
| 1980 | 296 | 12.1% | |
| 1990 | 327 | 10.5% | |
| 2000 | 353 | 8.0% | |
| 2010 | 327 | −7.4% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 336 | 2.8% | |
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In 2000, Bicknell had 353 people living in 126 households. Most people in Bicknell are White. A small number of people are Native American or from other backgrounds. About 3% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households in Bicknell include families with children. The average household had about 2.8 people. The average family size was a bit larger, with about 3.2 people.
The population includes people of all ages. In 2000, about 33% of the people were under 18. About 17% were 65 years old or older. The median age in the town was 30 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Bicknell (Utah) para niños
