Dubach, Louisiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Town of Dubach
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Dubach: Dogtrot Capital of the World
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Location of Dubach in Lincoln Parish, Louisiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Lincoln |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.88 sq mi (4.87 km2) |
| • Land | 1.82 sq mi (4.71 km2) |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.16 km2) |
| Elevation | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 908 |
| • Density | 499.72/sq mi (192.94/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 318 |
| FIPS code | 22-21800 |
| Website | http://www.dubachla.com |
Dubach is a small town in Lincoln Parish, Louisiana, United States. In 2020, about 908 people lived there. Dubach is part of the larger Ruston area.
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History of Dubach
People started settling in the Dubach area around the late 1840s. But the town really began to grow when the Arkansas Southern Railway arrived in 1898. The railroad made it easier to move goods, which helped the lumber industry grow.
How Dubach Got Its Name
In 1899, a lumberman named Fred B. Dubach came to the area from St. Louis, Missouri. He started the Dubach Lumber Company. He built a large house and a big lumber mill. This mill was the largest building in town and helped the town grow a lot. In 1901, Dubach officially became a town. A few years later, around 1906, Fred Dubach sold his mill and home and went back to St. Louis. His old house is still standing and is a historic place.
Changes in Local Schools
In 2005, people in Dubach voted against a plan to fix up Hico Elementary and Dubach High schools. Because of this, Dubach High School closed. Now, students from Dubach go to Ruston High School. Only Dubach Elementary School is still open in the town.
Geography of Dubach
Dubach is a small town. It covers about 1.5 square miles (3.9 square kilometers) in total. Most of this area is land, about 1.4 square miles (3.6 square kilometers). A very small part, about 0.04 square miles (0.1 square kilometers), is water.
People of Dubach
The population of Dubach has changed over the years. Here's how many people have lived there during different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 714 | — | |
| 1920 | 726 | 1.7% | |
| 1930 | 608 | −16.3% | |
| 1940 | 749 | 23.2% | |
| 1950 | 703 | −6.1% | |
| 1960 | 1,013 | 44.1% | |
| 1970 | 1,096 | 8.2% | |
| 1980 | 1,161 | 5.9% | |
| 1990 | 843 | −27.4% | |
| 2000 | 800 | −5.1% | |
| 2010 | 961 | 20.1% | |
| 2020 | 908 | −5.5% | |
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In 2020, there were 908 people living in Dubach. These people lived in 387 households, and 241 of those were families.
Who Lives in Dubach?
Here's a look at the different groups of people living in Dubach in 2020:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic or Latino) | 473 | 52.09% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic or Latino) | 354 | 38.99% |
| Asian | 3 | 0.33% |
| Other/Mixed | 52 | 5.73% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 26 | 2.86% |
Arts and Culture in Dubach
Dubach has some interesting cultural spots and events.
Historic Homes
The Autrey house is just west of town. It's the oldest home in the area. It's a great example of an early type of house called "frontier architecture."
Local Festivals
Dubach is also known for the Louisiana Chicken Festival. This fun event happens every year in late September.
Notable People from Dubach
Some well-known people have connections to Dubach:
- Bill Doss, an American rock musician.
- Dixie Garr, a technology executive.
- Willis Reed, a famous basketball player who played for the New York Knicks. He is in the Basketball Hall of Fame.
Images for kids
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Water tower
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Town Hall
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Dubach High School
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Aerial View of Dubach, Louisiana
See also
In Spanish: Dubach para niños
