Dividing Creek, New Jersey facts for kids
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Dividing Creek, New Jersey
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 Dividing Creek, New Jersey
Location in Cumberland County, New Jersey
Dividing Creek, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Dividing Creek, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Cumberland |
| Township | Downe |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.27 sq mi (3.29 km2) |
| • Land | 1.22 sq mi (3.17 km2) |
| • Water | 0.05 sq mi (0.13 km2) |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 345 |
| • Density | 282.09/sq mi (108.93/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) |
| ZIP Code |
08315
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| Area code(s) | 856 |
| FIPS code | 34-17890 |
| GNIS feature ID | 875926 |
Dividing Creek is a small community in New Jersey, United States. It's not a full town but is recognized as an "unincorporated community" and a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's a specific area that the government counts for population, but it doesn't have its own separate local government like a city or town. Dividing Creek is located within Downe Township in Cumberland County.
Where is Dividing Creek?
Dividing Creek is found in the southern part of New Jersey. It sits along County Route 553. This road helps connect it to other places. It's about 9.7 miles (15.6 km) southwest of a larger town called Millville. Another road, County Route 555, also ends right here in Dividing Creek. The community even has its own post office with the ZIP Code 08315, which helps with mail delivery.
How Many People Live Here?
Every ten years, the United States government counts how many people live in different areas. This count is called a census. According to the census taken in 2020, the population of Dividing Creek was 345 people. This number helps us understand how many residents call this quiet community home.
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| 2020 | 345 | — | |
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