Coeymans, New York facts for kids
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Coeymans
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Alcove Reservoir
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Location in Albany County and the state of New York.
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Albany |
| Settled | 1639 |
| Incorporated | 1791 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 53.17 sq mi (137.70 km2) |
| • Land | 50.13 sq mi (129.83 km2) |
| • Water | 3.04 sq mi (7.87 km2) 5.50% |
| Elevation | 1,467 ft (447 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 7,256 |
| • Density | 144.74/sq mi (55.89/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
12143 (Ravena)
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| Area code(s) | 518 |
| FIPS code | 36-001-16694 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0978845 |
| Website | Town of Coeymans |
Coeymans is a town in Albany County, New York, United States. It's located in the southeastern part of the county, just south of Albany. In 2020, about 7,256 people lived here. The town is named after an early settler who received the land.
An interesting fact is that the old Powell & Minnock Brick Yard was used in 2006 to put together a new part for the 145th Street Bridge. This was because there wasn't enough space closer to the city.
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History
Early Settlement
The first European settler, Barent Pieteres Koijemans, arrived in the area in 1639. He came from Holland and worked at a mill. Later, in 1673, he bought the land and officially received a special document called a "patent" for it.
Becoming a Town
Coeymans officially became a town in 1791. It was created from a larger area called the town of Watervliet. Later, in 1815, a part of Coeymans was used to form a new town called Westerlo.
Historic Buildings
Coeymans is home to several old and important buildings that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the Fletcher Blaisdell Farm Complex, the Coeymans School, the Ariaanje Coeymans House, and the Coeymans-Bronck Stone House. These places help us remember the town's long history.
Geography
Location and Size
Coeymans covers about 53.1 square miles (137.5 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a smaller part being water, like rivers and lakes.
The southern border of the town touches Greene County. To the east, the Hudson River forms the border with Rensselaer County.
Transportation
Major roads like Interstate 87 and U.S. Route 9W pass through Coeymans. These roads help people travel to and from the town.
Population
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1810 | 3,574 | — | |
| 1820 | 2,872 | −19.6% | |
| 1830 | 2,723 | −5.2% | |
| 1840 | 3,107 | 14.1% | |
| 1850 | 3,050 | −1.8% | |
| 1860 | 3,117 | 2.2% | |
| 1870 | 3,077 | −1.3% | |
| 1880 | 2,912 | −5.4% | |
| 1890 | 3,669 | 26.0% | |
| 1900 | 3,952 | 7.7% | |
| 1910 | 4,252 | 7.6% | |
| 1920 | 4,147 | −2.5% | |
| 1930 | 4,542 | 9.5% | |
| 1940 | 4,536 | −0.1% | |
| 1950 | 4,713 | 3.9% | |
| 1960 | 5,622 | 19.3% | |
| 1970 | 6,715 | 19.4% | |
| 1980 | 7,896 | 17.6% | |
| 1990 | 8,158 | 3.3% | |
| 2000 | 8,151 | −0.1% | |
| 2010 | 7,418 | −9.0% | |
| 2020 | 7,256 | −2.2% | |
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In 2020, the population of Coeymans was 7,256 people. This number has changed over the years, sometimes growing and sometimes shrinking a little.
The town is home to many different people. In 2000, about 35.8% of households had children under 18 living there. The average household had about 2.59 people. The median age in the town was 36 years old.
Economy
The economy in Coeymans is mainly supported by two big areas: the Lafarge Cement Plant and the Port of Coeymans.
Lafarge Cement Plant
The Lafarge Cement Plant is very important. It makes about 1.8 million tons of cement each year. This cement is then sent to different places across North America.
Port of Coeymans
The Port of Coeymans is built on the site of the old brick plant, right on the Hudson River. This port is becoming a center for recycling in the Albany area. It also plays a role in developing offshore wind energy. Like many industrial areas, the Port has faced some environmental challenges.
Communities and Locations in Coeymans
Coeymans has several smaller communities and interesting spots:
- Alcove – A small community in the southwestern part of the town, near the Alcove Reservoir.
- Alcove Reservoir – A large water storage area located at the western edge of the town.
- Aquetuck – Another small community close to the southern town line.
- Coeymans – A main community in the southeastern part of the town, right by the Hudson River.
- Callahans Corners – A spot on the northern border of the town.
- Coeymans Hollow – A community located east of Alcove.
- Keefers Corners – A location in the northwestern part of the town.
- Ravena – A village in the southern part of the town.
- Roah Hook – A community north of Coeymans hamlet, also on the bank of the Hudson River.
Town Supervisors
The town supervisor is like the mayor of the town. They lead the town government. The current supervisor of Coeymans is Stephen Donnelly, who started in 2024.
See also
In Spanish: Coeymans para niños
