Bowerston, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bowerston, Ohio
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Bowerston Public Library
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Location of Bowerston, Ohio
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Location of Bowerston in Harrison County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Harrison |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.51 sq mi (1.31 km2) |
| • Land | 0.51 sq mi (1.31 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 932 ft (284 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 356 |
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349 |
| • Density | 703.56/sq mi (271.43/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
44695
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| Area code(s) | 740 |
| FIPS code | 39-07916 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2398156 |
Bowerston is a small village located in Harrison County, Ohio, in the United States. It's a quiet place with a population of 356 people, according to the 2020 census.
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History of Bowerston
Early Settlement and Mills
Bowerston was first settled in the early 1800s. Two brothers, Barnhard and John Bower, moved to the area. They found two mills already built near Conotton Creek. These mills were used for cutting wood (sawmill) and grinding grain (gristmill).
In 1804, the Bower brothers started to rebuild these important mills. Their work helped the small settlement grow.
How Bowerston Got Its Name
The area was first known as "Bower's Mills" because of the brothers and their mills. Later, its name changed to Bowersville. Finally, it became known as Bowerston.
The village was officially planned out on August 21, 1851. It was made an official village on April 2, 1883.
Geography of Bowerston
Bowerston is a small village. It covers a total area of about 0.51 square miles (1.31 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Population and People
Bowerston's Population Over Time
The village has seen its population change over many years. Here's a look at how many people have lived in Bowerston:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 320 | — | |
| 1900 | 526 | — | |
| 1910 | 514 | −2.3% | |
| 1920 | 500 | −2.7% | |
| 1930 | 440 | −12.0% | |
| 1940 | 447 | 1.6% | |
| 1950 | 522 | 16.8% | |
| 1960 | 463 | −11.3% | |
| 1970 | 479 | 3.5% | |
| 1980 | 487 | 1.7% | |
| 1990 | 343 | −29.6% | |
| 2000 | 414 | 20.7% | |
| 2010 | 398 | −3.9% | |
| 2020 | 356 | −10.6% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 349 | −12.3% | |
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Life in the Village
As of the census in 2010, there were 398 people living in Bowerston. These people lived in 156 different homes. Many of these homes were families.
The average age of people in the village was about 41 years old. About 22% of the residents were under 18. About 20% were 65 years old or older.
Fun Things to Do
Conotton Creek Trail
Bowerston is the starting point of the Conotton Creek Trail. This is a special path built on old railroad tracks. It's called a "rails-to-trails" path.
The trail is 11.4 miles (18.3 kilometers) long. It's perfect for riding bikes, rollerblading, using a wheelchair, or just walking. You can find the start of the trail at the east end of Erie Street in Bowerston.
Education in Bowerston
Local Schools
Students in Bowerston attend public schools. These schools are part of the Conotton Valley Union Local School District.
Younger students go to Bowerston Elementary School. This school teaches kids from kindergarten to 6th grade. Older students attend Conotton Valley High School. This school is for grades 7 through 12.
Bowerston Public Library
The village also has its own library. The Bowerston Public Library is a place where people can borrow books. It's a great spot for reading and learning.
See also
In Spanish: Bowerston (Ohio) para niños
