Dansville, Steuben County, New York facts for kids
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Dansville
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 Dansville
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Steuben |
| Area | |
| • Total | 48 sq mi (125 km2) |
| • Land | 48 sq mi (124 km2) |
| • Water | 0.10 sq mi (0.26 km2) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 1,842 |
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1,825 |
| • Density | 38.17/sq mi (14.74/km2) |
Dansville is a town located in Steuben County, New York, United States. It's important not to confuse it with a nearby village also named Dansville, which is in Livingston County. According to the 2010 census, about 1,842 people lived in this town. The town was named after Daniel Faulkner. The Town of Dansville is found in the northwest part of Steuben County, just north of the city of Hornell.
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History of Dansville
The town of Dansville was created in 1796, at the same time as Steuben County itself. However, people didn't start settling here until around 1804. A very important early citizen, Daniel P. Faulkner, was often called "Captain Dan" by everyone, and the town was named after him.
Over the years, parts of Dansville were used to create other towns. For example, the towns of Cohocton and Howard were formed in 1812. Later, Wayland was formed in 1848, and Fremont in 1854. In 1822, a section of Dansville, including the Village of Dansville, was moved to the Town of Sparta in Livingston County.
Geography of Dansville
The town of Dansville covers a total area of about 125 square kilometers (48.1 square miles). Most of this area is land, with only a small amount (about 0.26 square kilometers or 0.1 square miles) being water.
The Village of Dansville is located just north of this town, but it is in a different county, Livingston County. Livingston County also forms the northern and part of the western border of Dansville. Allegany County makes up the rest of the western border of the town.
New York State Route 36 is a major road that runs north and south through Dansville. Interstate 390 also passes through the very northeast corner of the town.
Population Changes Over Time
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 1,565 | — | |
| 1830 | 1,728 | 10.4% | |
| 1840 | 2,725 | 57.7% | |
| 1850 | 2,545 | −6.6% | |
| 1860 | 2,187 | −14.1% | |
| 1870 | 1,981 | −9.4% | |
| 1880 | 1,788 | −9.7% | |
| 1890 | 1,559 | −12.8% | |
| 1900 | 1,417 | −9.1% | |
| 1910 | 1,303 | −8.0% | |
| 1920 | 1,031 | −20.9% | |
| 1930 | 995 | −3.5% | |
| 1940 | 794 | −20.2% | |
| 1950 | 1,113 | 40.2% | |
| 1960 | 1,125 | 1.1% | |
| 1970 | 1,453 | 29.2% | |
| 1980 | 1,455 | 0.1% | |
| 1990 | 1,811 | 24.5% | |
| 2000 | 1,978 | 9.2% | |
| 2010 | 1,842 | −6.9% | |
| 2014 (est.) | 1,825 | −0.9% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2000, there were 1,977 people living in Dansville. These people lived in 735 households, with 554 of them being families. The population density was about 41 people per square mile.
About 38% of households had children under 18 living with them. Many households (60.1%) were married couples living together. About 29% of the population was under 18 years old. The average age in the town was 37 years.
Communities and Locations in Dansville
Here are some of the smaller communities and interesting spots you can find within the Town of Dansville:
- Beachville – This is a small hamlet located in the eastern part of the town. It's southeast of South Dansville, near County Roads 46 and 50.
- Dotys Corners – You can find this spot near the western town line, right on NY Route 36.
- Rogersville – This was once the location of a railroad station on the old Shawmut Line.
- South Dansville – This is the main community in the town. It's a hamlet located on County Road 46, near Mill Creek.
- Stony Brook – This is a stream that flows northward through the town.
- Stony Brook Glen – This is a very scenic and beautiful area located in the northern part of the town.
- Stony Brook State Park – This is a state park found in the northeast part of the town, right off NY-36. It's a great place to visit!
Notable People from Dansville
- Andrew J. Lorish (November 8, 1832–August 11, 1897) – He was a Commissary Sergeant in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor, which is a very high award for bravery, because of his actions during the war.
See also
In Spanish: Dansville (condado de Steuben, Nueva York) para niños
