Black Creek (town), Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Black Creek, Wisconsin
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Black Creek Town Hall
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Location of Black Creek, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Outagamie |
| Established | March 1862 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Board – Chairperson & two Supervisors |
| Area | |
| • Total | 34.8 sq mi (90 km2) |
| • Land | 34.6 sq mi (90 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 835 ft (254.5 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,251 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Codes |
54106 & 54165
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| Area code(s) | 920 |
| FIPS code | 55-07750 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1582819 |
| Website | www.BlackCreekWI.org |
Black Creek is a small town in Outagamie County, Wisconsin, USA. In 2020, about 1,251 people lived here.
Inside the town of Black Creek, you'll find the Village of Black Creek (which has its own government). There are also smaller communities like Binghamton and parts of Five Corners. The town has its own police department and fire rescue team to keep everyone safe.
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A Look Back: Black Creek's History
In November 1861, some people asked for a new town called Black Creek to be created. They wanted it to be separate from the nearby town of Center.
The Outagamie County board agreed to this request. Black Creek officially became a town in March 1862. The first town leaders were chosen in April of that year.
Where is Black Creek?
The town of Black Creek is located in Wisconsin. You can find it at these coordinates: 44°27′32″N 88°26′23″W / 44.45889°N 88.43972°W.
The United States Census Bureau says that Black Creek covers an area of about 34.8 square miles (90 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Who Lives in Black Creek?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 1,268 | — | |
| 2010 | 1,259 | −0.7% | |
| 2020 | 1,251 | −0.6% | |
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In 2010, there were 1,259 people living in Black Creek. These people lived in 469 different households.
Most people living in Black Creek are White. There are also people from other backgrounds, including Native American, Asian, and African American residents. Some people are also of Hispanic or Latino heritage.
About 11.59% of the households in Black Creek had children under 18 living with them in 2010.
Learning in Black Creek
Students who live in the Town of Black Creek usually go to school in the Village of Black Creek. They attend Black Creek Elementary & Middle School. This school is part of the Seymour Community School District.
Some parts of the town are also served by the Shiocton School District.
Getting Around Black Creek
You can find several important roads that help people travel through Black Creek:
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WIS 47 goes north towards Shawano and south towards Appleton. |
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WIS 54 goes west to Shiocton and New London. It goes east to Seymour and Green Bay. |
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County Highway A goes west to WIS 76. Going east, it connects to WIS 47 and then turns south towards Appleton. |
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County Highway B starts at WIS 47 and ends at County Highway PP. |
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County Highway P goes east to WIS 47. Going west, it leads to WIS 187. |
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County Highway PP starts at WIS 54 in the north and ends at WIS 47 in the south. |
| The Canadian National Railway (which used to be called the Soo Line Railroad) also runs through the town. Trains go north to Shawano and south to Appleton. |
Fun Things to Do in Black Creek
If you're looking for things to do outdoors, Black Creek has some great spots:
- Fallen Timbers Environmental Center: A place to learn about nature.
- Newton Blackmour State Trail: A trail perfect for walking, biking, or even snowmobiling.
- The Meadows Trails: More trails for outdoor adventures.
- Town Hall Park: A local park for recreation.
See also
In Spanish: Black Creek (condado de Outagamie, Wisconsin) para niños
