Carnesville, Georgia facts for kids
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Carnesville, Georgia
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Athens Street in Carnesville, April 2023
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Location of Carnesville in Franklin County and the state of Georgia.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Franklin |
| Named for | Thomas P. Carnes |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.17 sq mi (8.21 km2) |
| • Land | 3.14 sq mi (8.14 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.07 km2) |
| Elevation | 709 ft (216 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 713 |
| • Density | 226.85/sq mi (87.60/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
30521
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| Area code(s) | 706 and 762 |
| FIPS code | 13-13352 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0312348 |
| Website | https://cityofcarnesville.com |
Carnesville is a small city in Franklin County, Georgia, United States. It is the main town, or county seat, of Franklin County. Carnesville is located in the middle of Franklin County in northeastern Georgia. It is about 85 miles (137 km) away from Atlanta. In 2020, 713 people lived in Carnesville. It is the fourth largest city in the county by population.
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History of Carnesville
The land where Carnesville is now was first home to the Cherokee and Creek indigenous peoples of the Southeastern Woodlands. These groups are native to the southeastern United States. Over time, these native people gave up their land to new settlers through agreements called treaties. This happened in 1773 and 1783.
In 1805, the town of Carnesville was planned out. It was named after Thomas P. Carnes, a lawyer and politician from the time of the American Revolutionary War. In 1806, Carnesville became the official county seat for Franklin County, Georgia. Carnesville was officially made a town in 1819. It then became a larger city in 1901.
For a while, not many people lived in Carnesville. When it became a town, only about 80 people lived there. By 1810, the area around Carnesville had about 9,156 free people and 1,056 enslaved people.
Most of the early settlers were English. Some Scotch-Irish people also moved there from Pennsylvania, passing through North and South Carolina. Many people of pure English background came with them.
Carnesville grew quickly during the time of the American Civil War. By 1850, about 240 people lived in the city. The area around Carnesville had about 9,131 free people and 2,382 enslaved people.
At its busiest, the city was successful. It had some factories. The land around Carnesville was a farming area. Farms grew crops like cotton, corn, potatoes, and other grains.
Geography and Location
Carnesville is in the middle of Franklin County in northeastern Georgia. It is about 85 miles (137 km) northeast of Atlanta, Georgia. It is also about 33 miles (53 km) north of Athens, Georgia. Greenville, South Carolina is about 62 miles (100 km) southwest.
Carnesville is in the area where water flows into the Broad River. This river then flows into the Savannah River. Two parts of the Broad River, the North Fork and Middle Fork, flow from the Appalachian Mountains near Carnesville.
Interstate 85 runs northwest of the city. You can get to Carnesville from Exit 164 and Exit 166 on I-85. Carnesville also has Georgia State Route 59 and Georgia State Route 106 running north to south. Georgia State Route 145 runs from southeast to northeast.
Carnesville has a plant hardiness zone of 8a. This means certain plants can grow well there. It has a humid subtropical climate, which means it has hot, humid summers and mild winters. The Carnesville United States Postal Service serves the city.
Population Information
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1810 | 88 | — | |
| 1870 | 206 | — | |
| 1880 | 184 | −10.7% | |
| 1890 | 275 | 49.5% | |
| 1900 | 305 | 10.9% | |
| 1910 | 322 | 5.6% | |
| 1920 | 400 | 24.2% | |
| 1930 | 404 | 1.0% | |
| 1940 | 361 | −10.6% | |
| 1950 | 349 | −3.3% | |
| 1960 | 481 | 37.8% | |
| 1970 | 510 | 6.0% | |
| 1980 | 465 | −8.8% | |
| 1990 | 514 | 10.5% | |
| 2000 | 541 | 5.3% | |
| 2010 | 577 | 6.7% | |
| 2020 | 713 | 23.6% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2020, the census showed that 713 people lived in Carnesville. The population density was about 221.7 people per square mile (85.6 people per square kilometer). Most of the people living in the city were White (78.68%). There were also African American (15.56%) and Asian (0.98%) residents. About 2.9% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Education in Carnesville
The Franklin County School District (Georgia) is in charge of public schools in the area.
This school district teaches students from kindergarten all the way to twelfth grade. It has three elementary schools, one middle school, one high school, and one alternative school. In 2020, the Franklin County School District had over 600 staff members. It also had 3,570 students. The school district is proud of its 90.7% graduation rate. It is the biggest employer in Franklin County.
Fun Places to Visit
- The Franklin County Courthouse was built in 1906. It has a classic design and includes a park area and a memorial for veterans.
- The Cromer's Mill Covered Bridge was built in 1907. It is a long, covered bridge that is 132 feet (40 meters) long. You can walk across it over Nail's Creek Road.
- The Sid and Augusta White Memorial Park is a great place for picnics. It has covered areas, grills for cooking, a fireplace, a fire pit, and a splash pad for cooling off.
- The Rocky Ford Park has full-size basketball courts and offices for recreation. It also has fields for baseball, soccer, and American football.
- Victoria Bryant State Park, Tugaloo State Park, and Lake Hartwell are all natural areas located close to Carnesville.
Famous People from Carnesville
- James Albert Bray (1870–1944) was a bishop and college president.
- Spurgeon Ferdinand "Spud" Chandler was a famous pitcher for the New York Yankees from 1937 to 1947. He was named the American League MVP in 1943.
- William Kennedy was also a pitcher for several baseball teams, including the Cleveland Indians and Boston Red Sox.
- Helen Dortch Longstreet, known as the "Fighting Lady," was a social advocate. She was the first woman to try to get a public office in Georgia.
- William Oscar Payne was a history professor and athletic director at the University of Georgia.
- John M. Sandidge was a congressman from Louisiana.
- Samuel Joelah Tribble was a member of the U.S. Congress.
- Pup Phillips was an All-American center for Georgia Tech football. He was part of the 1917 national championship team.
- Kyle Myers, known as FPSRussia, is a popular YouTuber and internet celebrity.
- Brent Honeywell Jr. is a professional baseball player.
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The Franklin County Courthouse is one of twelve sites in Carnesville listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
See also
In Spanish: Carnesville (Georgia) para niños
