Caneadea, New York facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Caneadea, New York
Town
Caneadea, New York Location in New York
Country	United States
State	New York
County	Allegany
Government
• Type	Town Council
Area
• Total	36.34 sq mi (94.13 km2)
• Land	35.65 sq mi (92.33 km2)
• Water	0.69 sq mi (1.80 km2)
Elevation	1,467 ft (447 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	2,238
• Estimate  (2021)	2,226
• Density	65.78/sq mi (25.40/km2)
Time zone	UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code	14717
Area code(s)	585
FIPS code	36-003-12243
GNIS feature ID	0978787

Caneadea is a small town located in Allegany County, New York, in the United States. It's a place where you can find three smaller communities called hamlets: Caneadea, Houghton, and Oramel.

Exploring Caneadea's Past

Caneadea got its name from an old Native American village. This village was located on a high area above the Genesee River. A special council house was built there in the 1700s. British soldiers from Fort Niagara even helped build it.

Early Settlers and Town Formation

People first started settling in this area around the year 1800. The Town of Caneadea was officially created in 1808. It was formed from a part of the town of Angelica. Over time, parts of Caneadea were used to create other towns. These new towns included Friendship (in 1815), Rushford (in 1816), and Belfast (in 1824 and 1831).

Native American History

The Seneca tribe, a Native American group, once had a reservation in this town. However, they sold their land claims in 1825.

Historic Landmarks and Waterways

The old Genesee Valley Canal used to run through Caneadea. This canal was important for transporting goods a long time ago. Also, the Caneadea Bridge is a special landmark. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1998. This means it's an important historical site.

Caneadea's Natural Surroundings

Caneadea covers an area of about 94.1 square kilometers (or 36.3 square miles). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.

Rivers and Lakes

The Genesee River is a very important river that flows through the town. It has a rich history in Western New York. Rushford Lake is another natural feature. Part of this lake is located on the western edge of the town. Caneadea Creek is also a key stream in the area.

Roads and Travel

New York State Route 19 is a main road that goes through Caneadea. It runs from north to south. This route crosses New York State Route 243 just north of the Caneadea village.

People of Caneadea

The town of Caneadea has seen its population change over the years. In 2020, about 2,238 people lived there.

Population Changes Over Time

Here's how the population has changed:

• 1820: 696 people
• 1840: 1,633 people
• 1860: 2,125 people
• 1880: 1,764 people
• 1900: 1,310 people
• 1920: 1,183 people
• 1940: 1,089 people
• 1960: 1,911 people
• 1980: 2,421 people
• 2000: 2,694 people
• 2020: 2,238 people

Famous People from Caneadea

Caneadea has been home to some interesting people:

• Lady Baldwin – A baseball pitcher from the 1800s.
• William Muldoon – A famous wrestler who also became the first New York State Athletic Commissioner.

Places to Know in Caneadea

Here are some of the communities and important locations you can find in Caneadea:

• Caneadea – This is a small community, or hamlet, located on Route 19. It's right by the Genesee River in the western part of the town.
• Genesee River – This important river flows north through the town.
• Houghton – This hamlet is home to Houghton University. Route 19 goes past Houghton, which is near the northern border of the town and close to the Genesee River.
• Oramel – Another hamlet found on Route 19. It's south of the Caneadea hamlet and also near the Genesee River. Oramel used to be an official village but later changed its status.
• Rushford Lake – A small lake that is partly located in the western part of the town.
• Moss Lake – A unique body of water where moss covers much of its surface.

See also

In Spanish: Caneadea (Nueva York) para niños