Dravosburg, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Dravosburg, Pennsylvania
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The W.D. Mansfield Memorial Bridge
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Location in Allegheny County and the U.S. state of Pennsylvania.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Allegheny |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.06 sq mi (2.75 km2) |
| • Land | 0.97 sq mi (2.50 km2) |
| • Water | 0.10 sq mi (0.25 km2) |
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| • Total | 1,612 |
| • Density | 1,668.74/sq mi (644.06/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
15034
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| Area code(s) | 412 |
| FIPS code | 42-19856 |
Dravosburg (/drəˈvoʊzbɜːrɡ/ druh-VOZE-burg) is a small town, also called a borough. It is located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. Dravosburg is part of the larger Pittsburgh Metro Area. In 2020, about 1,612 people lived there. The town is situated right along the Monongahela River.
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History of Dravosburg
The post office in Dravosburg opened in 1862. The borough was named after John F. Dravo, who owned a mine in the area.
Notable Events in Dravosburg's Past
On June 23, 1944, a very strong tornado hit the town. This was a significant event in Dravosburg's history.
Geography and Location
Dravosburg is located at 40°21′1″N 79°53′22″W / 40.35028°N 79.88944°W. It covers a total area of about 1.1 square miles (2.8 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 1.0 square mile (2.6 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.1 square miles (0.26 square kilometers), is water.
What's Around Dravosburg?
Dravosburg is almost completely surrounded by the town of West Mifflin on its north, west, and south sides. To the east, you'll find the Monongahela River and the city of McKeesport. Other nearby cities include Duquesne and Clairton.
Across the Monongahela River to the east, Dravosburg is close to McKeesport and Glassport. These towns are connected by the Mansfield Bridge.
Emergency Services
Dravosburg has important services to keep its residents safe.
Law Enforcement and Medical Help
The police services for Dravosburg are provided by the McKeesport Police Department. For medical emergencies, the McKeesport Ambulance Rescue Service helps people in need.
Fire Protection
Dravosburg has its own volunteer fire department. These brave volunteers help protect the community from fires and other emergencies.
Population Information
The number of people living in Dravosburg has changed over the years. Here's a look at the population from different census records:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 850 | — | |
| 1910 | 1,895 | — | |
| 1920 | 2,204 | 16.3% | |
| 1930 | 2,391 | 8.5% | |
| 1940 | 2,277 | −4.8% | |
| 1950 | 3,786 | 66.3% | |
| 1960 | 3,458 | −8.7% | |
| 1970 | 2,916 | −15.7% | |
| 1980 | 2,511 | −13.9% | |
| 1990 | 2,377 | −5.3% | |
| 2000 | 2,015 | −15.2% | |
| 2010 | 1,792 | −11.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,612 | −10.0% | |
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In 2000, there were 2,015 people living in Dravosburg. The population density was about 1,981.8 people per square mile. The median age of people in the borough was 42 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Dravosburg para niños
