Depoe Bay, Oregon facts for kids
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Depoe Bay, Oregon
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Aerial view of the harbor and center of Depoe Bay
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| Nickname(s):
The World's Smallest Harbor
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Location in Oregon
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Lincoln |
| Incorporated | 1973 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.81 sq mi (4.69 km2) |
| • Land | 1.81 sq mi (4.69 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,515 |
| • Density | 836.55/sq mi (322.94/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (Pacific) |
| ZIP code |
97341
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| Area code(s) | 541 |
| FIPS code | 41-18850 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1119868 |
Depoe Bay is a small city in Lincoln County, Oregon, United States. It is located right on U.S. Route 101 and the Pacific Ocean. In 2020, about 1,515 people lived there.
The city is famous for its bay, which is a 6-acre (2.4 ha) harbor. People often call it "the world's smallest navigable harbor." This means it's a very small port where boats can easily travel in and out.
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History of Depoe Bay
Depoe Bay gets its name from a Siletz Indian man named Charles "Charley" Depoe. His original name was Ki-sa Che-wes-cla. He was given land in this area in 1894. Some say he was called "Depot Charley" because he worked at a military supply place nearby. His family later became known as "DePoe."
Important Events in Depoe Bay
Depoe Bay has experienced a few notable events:
- 2011 Tsunami: On March 11, 2011, a large tsunami (a giant ocean wave caused by an earthquake) hit the coast. This tsunami was caused by a powerful earthquake off the coast of Japan. It damaged Depoe Bay's harbor.
- 2017 Solar Eclipse: On August 21, 2017, Depoe Bay was one of the first places in the United States to see a total solar eclipse. During a total solar eclipse, the Moon completely blocks the Sun, making the sky dark in the middle of the day.
Geography of Depoe Bay
Depoe Bay is located entirely on land. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 1.81 square miles (4.69 km2). There is no water area within the city limits itself.
Population and People
The number of people living in Depoe Bay has grown over the years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 723 | — | |
| 1990 | 870 | 20.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,174 | 34.9% | |
| 2010 | 1,398 | 19.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,515 | 8.4% | |
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In 2010, there were 1,398 people living in Depoe Bay. Most of the people living there were White (about 92.9%). A smaller number were Native American, Asian, or from other backgrounds. About 4.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Depoe Bay in 2010 was about 56.6 years old. This means it's a city with many older adults.
Media in Depoe Bay
Depoe Bay has its own radio station called KPPT-FM. It broadcasts at 100.7 MHz and plays classic hits music.
