Brocton, New York facts for kids
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Brocton, New York
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"Home of the green arches and historic grape country"
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 Brocton, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Chautauqua |
| Town | Portland |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.77 sq mi (4.58 km2) |
| • Land | 1.77 sq mi (4.58 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 735 ft (224 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,286 |
| • Density | 726.96/sq mi (280.70/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
14716
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| Area code(s) | 716 |
| FIPS code | 36-08488 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0944808 |
Brocton is a small village located in Chautauqua County, New York, in the United States. The village got its name by combining "Brockway" and "Minton." These were the names of two important local families. In 2020, about 1,335 people lived there. Brocton is part of the larger town of Portland.
Just north of the village, you'll find the Lakeview Shock Incarceration Correctional Facility. This is a state prison.
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Brocton's History
Early Settlers and Village Name
The area where Brocton now stands was first settled in 1805. A person named Captain James Dunn was one of the first to arrive. The village of Brocton officially became a village in 1894. Before it was called Brocton, the community had a different name. It was known as "Salems Corners (Cross Roads)." This name came from Salem, Massachusetts. Later, it was changed to Brocton.
The Green Double-Arch
In 1913, something special was built in Brocton. It was a green double-arch. This arch was put up over the main intersection in town. It was built to celebrate the 100th birthday of the town of Portland. People believe this arch is the only double-arch of its kind east of the Mississippi River. Because it's so unique and important, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1996.
St. Stephen's Hotel
The St. Stephen's Hotel is another important landmark in Brocton. It has been a main building in the center of the village for a very long time. It has been there since the mid-1800s.
Brocton Central School
School Location and Size
The Brocton Central School District is in the northwest part of Chautauqua County. This area is in the very western part of New York State. The school campus has programs for all ages. Students from pre-kindergarten all the way to 12th grade attend classes here. About 750 students go to Brocton Central School.
The school district is about 60 miles southwest of Buffalo, New York. It is also about 45 miles northeast of Erie, Pennsylvania. Brocton Central School is part of a larger educational group. This group is called Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES.
Football Team Mergers
In 2013, the football teams from Brocton and Westfield School Districts joined together. This meant they played as one team. Later, in 2017, this combined team merged again. This time, they joined with the Chautauqua Lake school district.
A Sad Event
In September 2013, a sad event happened. A 16-year-old student named Damon W Janes was a running back and defensive player for the Brocton Central football team. He passed away after getting head injuries during a game against Portville.
Brocton's Geography
Brocton is located in the northeastern part of the town of Portland. This is in the northern area of Chautauqua County. The village covers an area of about 4.43 square kilometers (1.77 square miles). All of this area is land.
Roads and Highways
A main road, US 20, goes right through the village. The New York State Thruway (Interstate 90) also passes just north of Brocton. However, the closest way to get onto the Thruway is about 8 miles (13 km) east. This access point is near Fredonia.
Lake Avenue is another important road. It used to be called NY Route 380. Lake Avenue meets US 20 in the center of Brocton. If you follow Lake Avenue north for about 2 miles (3 km), you will reach Lake Erie State Park.
Brocton's Population
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 329 | — | |
| 1880 | 288 | −12.5% | |
| 1890 | 812 | 181.9% | |
| 1900 | 900 | 10.8% | |
| 1910 | 1,181 | 31.2% | |
| 1920 | 1,383 | 17.1% | |
| 1930 | 1,301 | −5.9% | |
| 1940 | 1,293 | −0.6% | |
| 1950 | 1,380 | 6.7% | |
| 1960 | 1,416 | 2.6% | |
| 1970 | 1,370 | −3.2% | |
| 1980 | 1,416 | 3.4% | |
| 1990 | 1,387 | −2.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,547 | 11.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,486 | −3.9% | |
| 2020 | 1,335 | −10.2% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 1,326 | −10.8% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,547 people living in Brocton. There were 623 households, which are groups of people living together. Out of these, 414 were families. The population density was about 893 people per square mile.
About 33.5% of households had children under 18 living with them. Many households were married couples. About 29.4% of all households were made up of people living alone. In 2017, the estimated population of Brocton was about 1,418 people.
Famous People from Brocton
Some notable people have come from Brocton:
- Brad Anderson – a cartoonist, known for drawing comics.
- Thomas Lake Harris – a spiritualist, someone interested in spiritual beliefs.
- George Pullman – an industrialist, known for building railroad cars.
- Don Reinhoudt – a strongman, known for his strength competitions.
See also
In Spanish: Brocton (Nueva York) para niños
