Conemaugh Township, Somerset County, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Conemaugh Township,
Somerset County, Pennsylvania |
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Township
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The post office in Jerome
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Map of Somerset County, Pennsylvania Highlighting Conemaugh Township
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Map of Somerset County, Pennsylvania
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Somerset |
| Area | |
| • Total | 41.85 sq mi (108.38 km2) |
| • Land | 41.27 sq mi (106.90 km2) |
| • Water | 0.57 sq mi (1.49 km2) |
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| • Total | 6,760  |
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6,669 |
| • Density | 168.54/sq mi (65.07/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 42-111-15568 |
| Website | www.contwpsupers.us |
Conemaugh Township is a community located in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is a type of local government area called a township. In 2020, about 6,760 people lived here. Conemaugh Township is part of the larger Johnstown area. The township includes several smaller towns like Jerome, Davidsville, Tire Hill, Thomas Mills, and part of Holsopple. It also includes the countryside around these towns.
History of Conemaugh Township
A special landmark in Conemaugh Township is the Shaffer's Bridge. This historic bridge was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. This means it is recognized as an important historical site.
Geography of Conemaugh Township
Conemaugh Township covers an area of about 41.9 square miles (108.38 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
The township shares its borders with other areas. To the southwest, it borders Jenner Township. To the southeast, it borders Quemahoning Township. To the east, you'll find Paint Township. Finally, to the north, Conemaugh Township borders Cambria County.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 7,279 | — | |
| 2020 | 6,760 | −7.1% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 6,669 | −8.4% | |
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In 2000, there were 7,452 people living in Conemaugh Township. These people lived in 2,950 households. About 2,203 of these households were families.
The population density was about 180 people per square mile. This means that, on average, 180 people lived in every square mile of the township.
When looking at the age of the people, about 21.8% were under 18 years old. About 20.9% were 65 years old or older. The average age of people in the township was 43 years old.
