Dexter, Oregon facts for kids
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Dexter, Oregon
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The Dexter Lake Club
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 Dexter, Oregon
Location in Oregon
Dexter, Oregon
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Lane |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.92 sq mi (4.98 km2) |
| • Land | 1.84 sq mi (4.76 km2) |
| • Water | 0.08 sq mi (0.21 km2) |
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| • Total | 893 |
| • Density | 485.33/sq mi (187.42/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
97431
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| Area code(s) | 458 and 541 |
| FIPS code | 41-19250 |
Dexter is a small community in Lane County, Oregon, United States. It's called an unincorporated community because it doesn't have its own city government. Dexter is located near Dexter Reservoir, also known as Dexter Lake. This lake is a reservoir on the Middle Fork Willamette River and is found along Oregon Route 58.
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History of Dexter
How Dexter Got Its Name
Dexter got its start a long time ago. A post office was opened here in 1872. It was first named "Butte Disappointment." This name came from a local landmark that was named in 1848.
However, the post office name changed in 1875. It was renamed "Dexter." People believe it was named after a "Dexter" brand cook stove. The family of the person who ran the post office owned this type of stove.
Fun Things to Do in Dexter
Dexter Lake: Fishing and Boating
Dexter Lake is a very popular spot for outdoor activities. Many people enjoy fishing and boating here. You can easily get to the lake at the Dexter State Recreation Site. It's a great place to spend time outside.
Dexter and the Movies
Did you know a famous movie scene was filmed near Dexter? The Dexter Lake Club, a place close by, was used in the movie Animal House. It was part of a fun road trip scene in the film.
Unique Communities and Historic Sites
- Lost Valley Educational Center: Near Dexter, you can find the Lost Valley Educational Center. This is a special kind of neighborhood called an intentional community. People there live and work together with shared goals.
- Parvin Bridge: The Parvin Bridge is a historic covered bridge located near Dexter. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. This means it's an important historical landmark. The bridge carries Parvin Road over Lost Creek.
Community Life
Cascades Foothills Library
Even though Dexter doesn't have a city government, its residents are very active. In 2002, they opened their own public library. It's called the Cascades Foothills Library. As of 2006, people in Dexter hoped to make it a bigger, regional library for the area.
Population of Dexter
How Many People Live Here?
According to the 2020 United States Census, there were 893 people living in Dexter. This number helps us understand the size of the community.
