Burns Flat, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Burns Flat, Oklahoma
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Location within Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Washita |
| Incorporated | 1955 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Statutory Town |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.87 sq mi (2.24 km2) |
| • Land | 0.87 sq mi (2.24 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,906 ft (581 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,948 |
| • Density | 2,249.42/sq mi (868.81/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
73624
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| Area code | 580 |
| FIPS code | 40-10250 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411747 |
Burns Flat is a small town located in Washita County, Oklahoma, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,948 people lived there. It's a quiet place with an interesting connection to space!
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History of Burns Flat
Burns Flat became an official town in 1955. It's known for a very special airport nearby.
The Amazing Airport
Just west of Burns Flat is the Clinton-Sherman Industrial Airpark. This isn't just any airport; it's a licensed spaceport! This means it can be used for space-related activities.
The airport has one of the longest civilian runways in North America. It stretches for about 2.5 miles (that's over 4 kilometers!). Imagine how long that is!
Geography of Burns Flat
Burns Flat is a small town, covering about 0.9 square miles (2.24 square kilometers) of land. It's located entirely on land, with no water areas within its borders.
People of Burns Flat
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 2,280 | — | |
| 1970 | 988 | −56.7% | |
| 1980 | 2,431 | 146.1% | |
| 1990 | 1,027 | −57.8% | |
| 2000 | 1,782 | 73.5% | |
| 2010 | 2,057 | 15.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,948 | −5.3% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2010, there were 2,057 people living in Burns Flat. These people made up 720 households. Many families lived in the town, with 45.4% of households having children under 18.
Most people in Burns Flat are White. There are also smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. About 11.8% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Education in Burns Flat
Burns Flat has its own school system called the Burns Flat-Dill City School District. Students can attend classes from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade.
For those interested in learning special skills, the Western Technology Center has its main campus in Burns Flat. They offer many technical training and educational programs.
Climate in Burns Flat
| Climate data for Burns Flat, Oklahoma | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 44 (7) |
48 (9) |
59 (15) |
71 (22) |
78 (26) |
86 (30) |
91 (33) |
89 (32) |
80 (27) |
71 (22) |
59 (15) |
46 (8) |
69 (21) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 24 (−4) |
28 (−2) |
35 (2) |
48 (9) |
57 (14) |
66 (19) |
69 (21) |
68 (20) |
60 (16) |
50 (10) |
37 (3) |
30 (−1) |
48 (9) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 0.7 (18) |
1.0 (25) |
1.3 (33) |
2.1 (53) |
4.1 (100) |
3.8 (97) |
2.8 (71) |
3.1 (79) |
3.7 (94) |
2.5 (64) |
1.4 (36) |
1.2 (30) |
27.7 (700) |
| Source: Weatherbase.com | |||||||||||||
Burns Flat experiences a range of temperatures throughout the year. Summers are warm, with average high temperatures in July reaching around 91°F (33°C). Winters are cooler, with January lows averaging about 24°F (-4°C). The town gets a moderate amount of rain, with the most rainfall typically occurring in May and June.
