Devon (Milford) facts for kids

The area known as Devon is a neighborhood within the city of Milford, Connecticut, United States. It is located on the southwest side of Milford, right where the Long Island Sound meets the Housatonic River. Devon is also known as the Third Voting District of Milford, which is just an area where people go to vote.

In Devon, you can find an Audubon Center. This special place helps protect nature and birds. It has a great view of the estuary, which is where the river meets the sea.

How Devon is Managed

Since Devon is part of the city of Milford, the city provides all the important services for its residents. This means Milford takes care of things like the police, schools, and other daily needs for the people living in Devon.

Exploring Devon's Geography

Devon is a coastal area, meaning it has a lot of shoreline. One popular spot is Walnut Beach, which connects to Connecticut's Silver Sands State Park. This park is a great place to explore the coast.

Even though it's on the coast, Devon also has many freshwater swamps further inland. These swamps are important natural areas. The Charles E. Wheeler Wildlife Management Area is also located in Devon. This area helps protect local wildlife.

Devon is quite close to New York City. It is about 59 miles (95 km) away from Central Park, making it the closest point in New Haven County to New York City.

Understanding Flooding in Devon

Because Devon is a low-lying area, it sometimes experiences flooding. This happens more often during heavy rainstorms. The flooding can also occur when the water levels rise in Beaver Brook, the Housatonic River, or Long Island Sound. This is because many buildings and paved roads are close to the water along Route 1 and Naugatuck Avenue.