Days Creek, Oregon facts for kids
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Days Creek, Oregon
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General store in Days Creek, now closed.
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 Days Creek, Oregon
Location in Oregon
Days Creek, Oregon
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Douglas |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.36 sq mi (6.10 km2) |
| • Land | 2.36 sq mi (6.10 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 770 ft (230 m) |
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| • Total | 271 |
| • Density | 115.03/sq mi (44.41/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
97429
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| Area code(s) | 541 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1119724 |
| FIPS code | 41-18150 |
Days Creek is a small community in Douglas County, Oregon, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community," which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city does. It's also a "census-designated place," meaning the U.S. Census Bureau counts it as a specific area for population statistics. In 2020, about 271 people lived in Days Creek.
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How Days Creek Got Its Name
The community of Days Creek was named after a local stream. This stream got its name from two brothers, Patrick and George Day. They settled near the mouth of the creek in 1851. A post office was opened in 1878 and was first called "Day's Creek." Around 1890, the name was changed to "Days Creek."
Learning in Days Creek
Students in Days Creek can attend the Days Creek Charter School. This school offers classes for all grades, from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Where is Days Creek Located?
Days Creek is found in the southern part of Douglas County, Oregon. It is situated where Days Creek (the stream) flows into the South Umpqua River. You can reach the community by traveling on Oregon Route 227. It is about 7 miles east of the town of Canyonville.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the total area of Days Creek is about 6.1 square kilometers (or 2.36 square miles). All of this area is land.
Who Lives in Days Creek?
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| 2020 | 271 | — | |
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As of the 2020 United States Census, the population of Days Creek was 271 people.
What's the Weather Like in Days Creek?
Days Creek has a climate known as a "warm-summer Mediterranean climate." This means the summers are warm but not extremely hot, and they are usually dry. The average monthly temperatures do not go above 71.6 degrees Fahrenheit (22 degrees Celsius). This type of climate is often abbreviated as "Csb" on climate maps.
Famous People from Days Creek
- Rick Foster, a well-known classical guitarist, is from Days Creek.
See also
In Spanish: Days Creek (Oregón) para niños
