Day, New York facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Day
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| Town of Day | ||
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Map highlighting Day's location within Saratoga County.
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 Day
Location in New York Adirondack Park
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| Country | United States | |
| State | New York | |
| County | Saratoga | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 69.53 sq mi (180.09 km2) | |
| • Land | 64.11 sq mi (166.05 km2) | |
| • Water | 5.42 sq mi (14.04 km2) | |
| Elevation | 873 ft (266 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 819 | |
| • Density | 11.779/sq mi (4.5477/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code |
12835
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| Area code(s) | 518 | |
| FIPS code | 36-19807 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0978888 | |
Day is a small and friendly town located in Saratoga County, New York, United States. It's found in the northwestern part of the county. In 2020, about 819 people lived here.
Day is special because it's located inside the beautiful Adirondack Park. This means it's surrounded by nature and protected lands.
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History of Day
Early Settlements and Town Creation
People first started settling in the area around 1797. This was a time when many new communities were forming in New York.
The town of Day was officially created in 1819. It was formed from parts of two other towns: Edinburg and Hadley. When it was first created, the town had a different name: "Concord."
The Great Sacandaga Lake
A big change happened in Day in 1930. The Conklingville dam was built, which created the Sacandaga Reservoir. This reservoir is now known as Great Sacandaga Lake.
When the lake was formed, some parts of the town were flooded. To save them, some historic buildings were carefully moved to higher ground. Other buildings ended up under the water and are now part of the lake's history.
Historic Places
One important historical building is the David Rayfiel House. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2009. This means it's recognized as a special place worth preserving.
Geography of Day
Land and Water Areas
The town of Day covers a total area of about 69.6 square miles (180.09 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 64.3 square miles (166.05 square kilometers).
The rest of the area, about 5.2 square miles (14.04 square kilometers), is water. This water area is mainly due to the large lake that borders the town.
Important Borders and Lakes
Day is located right next to the huge Great Sacandaga Lake. This lake is a major feature of the town.
The northern border of Day is also the county line with Warren County. To the west, the town shares a border with Hamilton County.
Population Over Time
How Many People Live Here?
The population of Day has changed quite a bit over the years. Here's a look at how many people have lived in the town since 1820:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 571 | — | |
| 1830 | 758 | 32.7% | |
| 1840 | 942 | 24.3% | |
| 1850 | 1,045 | 10.9% | |
| 1860 | 1,209 | 15.7% | |
| 1870 | 1,127 | −6.8% | |
| 1880 | 1,238 | 9.8% | |
| 1890 | 852 | −31.2% | |
| 1900 | 719 | −15.6% | |
| 1910 | 628 | −12.7% | |
| 1920 | 473 | −24.7% | |
| 1930 | 328 | −30.7% | |
| 1940 | 475 | 44.8% | |
| 1950 | 436 | −8.2% | |
| 1960 | 466 | 6.9% | |
| 1970 | 615 | 32.0% | |
| 1980 | 656 | 6.7% | |
| 1990 | 746 | 13.7% | |
| 2000 | 920 | 23.3% | |
| 2010 | 856 | −7.0% | |
| 2020 | 819 | −4.3% | |
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As of the census in 2000, there were 920 people living in Day. These people lived in 382 households, and 275 of those were families. The average household had about 2.41 people.
The population included people of all ages. About 22.2% were under 18 years old, and 15.7% were 65 years or older. The median age in the town was 43 years old.
Places to Know in Day
Here are some of the smaller communities and interesting spots you can find in the town of Day:
- Allentown – A small community located near the eastern border of the town. It's north of Conklingville.
- Conklingville – A community in the southeastern part of Day. It's named after Gurdon Conkling. This place was once one of the main villages in the nearby Town of Hadley.
- Crowville – This was a place that used to exist in the western part of the town.
- Day Center – A community located on the northern shore of the Great Sacandaga Lake. You can find it along County Road 4, also known as North Shore Road.
- Lakeview – A community found on the southern side of Great Sacandaga Lake.
- Livingston Lake – A lake located near the northern border of the town.
- Overlook – A community situated to the east of Lakeview.
- Tenant Lake – A lake located to the west of Livingston Lake.
- Tenant Mountain – A mountain located west of Tenant Lake. This mountain is the highest point in all of Saratoga County!
- Abeling Lane – A small community found along the North Shore Road.
See also
In Spanish: Day (Nueva York) para niños
