Cassandra, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Cassandra, Pennsylvania
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Location of Cassandra in Cambria County, Pennsylvania.
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 Cassandra, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Cambria |
| Incorporated | 1908 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Borough council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.08 sq mi (0.21 km2) |
| • Land | 0.08 sq mi (0.21 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,801 ft (549 m) |
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| • Total | 162 |
| • Density | 2,025.00/sq mi (780.05/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Zip code |
15925
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| Area code(s) | 814 |
| FIPS code | 42-11616 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1215012 |
Cassandra is a small town, also known as a borough, located in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States. In 2020, about 162 people lived there. It is part of the larger Johnstown, Pennsylvania area.
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Exploring Cassandra's Location
Cassandra is found in the eastern part of Cambria County. It sits in a valley near the Little Conemaugh River. This river is an important natural feature of the area.
Nearby Towns and Travel
Pennsylvania Route 53 runs just south of Cassandra. This road connects Cassandra to other towns. For example, Cresson is about 5 miles (8 km) northeast. Portage is about 3 miles (5 km) southwest. The county seat, Ebensburg, is 11 miles (18 km) to the northwest. Larger cities like Altoona and Johnstown are both about 23 miles (37 km) away.
Size of Cassandra
According to the United States Census Bureau, Cassandra is quite small. It covers a total area of about 0.08 square miles (0.21 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Cassandra's Population History
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 306 | — | |
| 1920 | 467 | 52.6% | |
| 1930 | 419 | −10.3% | |
| 1940 | 514 | 22.7% | |
| 1950 | 381 | −25.9% | |
| 1960 | 270 | −29.1% | |
| 1970 | 250 | −7.4% | |
| 1980 | 238 | −4.8% | |
| 1990 | 192 | −19.3% | |
| 2000 | 136 | −29.2% | |
| 2010 | 147 | 8.1% | |
| 2020 | 162 | 10.2% | |
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The number of people living in Cassandra has changed over the years. In 2000, there were 136 people living in 54 households. All residents were identified as White. About half of the households were married couples living together. Some households had children under 18. The average household had about 2.5 people.
Central Mainline Sewer System
Cassandra has a special system for treating wastewater. It is managed by the Central Mainline Sewer Authority. This system was officially opened in 2006. It cost about $10 million to build. The system serves over 2,000 customers in the area. Its name comes from the "Mainline" railroad that used to run through the region.
Transportation and Train Watching
Cassandra is known for its connection to railroads. The Norfolk Southern company operates trains on the old Pennsylvania Railroad mainline. This line runs between Pittsburgh and Harrisburg.
Cassandra Overlook Bridge
A popular spot for train enthusiasts is the Cassandra Overlook Bridge. This old iron bridge is just for people walking. It offers a great view of the trains passing by. It used to be next to the bridge that carried State Route 53 traffic. The main road was changed in 1936. People who love trains are very welcome here. There is even a small motel in town called the Cassandra Railroad Overlook Motel. It welcomes visitors and train fans.
Streets in Cassandra
Cassandra is a quiet town with no traffic lights. Only two main streets run through the borough. Main Street is a dead-end at both ends. Portage Street connects State Route 53 to Main Street.
See also
In Spanish: Cassandra (Pensilvania) para niños
