Eastbrook, Maine facts for kids
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Eastbrook, Maine
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 Eastbrook, Maine
Location in Maine
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maine |
| County | Hancock |
| Area | |
| • Total | 37.65 sq mi (97.51 km2) |
| • Land | 33.35 sq mi (86.38 km2) |
| • Water | 4.30 sq mi (11.14 km2) |
| Elevation | 217 ft (66 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 424 |
| • Density | 13/sq mi (4.9/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
04634
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| Area code(s) | 207 |
| FIPS code | 23-19770 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0582452 |
Eastbrook is a small town located in Hancock County, Maine, United States. In 2020, the town had a population of 424 people. It's known for its many lakes and natural beauty.
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Geography of Eastbrook
Eastbrook covers about 37.65 square miles (97.51 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with about 4.30 square miles (11.14 square kilometers) being water.
The town is home to several beautiful lakes and wetlands. These include:
- Scammons Pond: A group of connected bodies of water.
- Molasses Pond: One of the largest lakes, shared with the nearby town of Franklin, Maine.
- Molasses Pond Bog: A wetland area next to Molasses Pond.
- Webb Pond
- Abram's Pond
- Macomber Mill Marshes: Wetlands that connect to Scammons Pond and Molasses Pond.
- Stone Dam: A series of small pools and streams that feed other water bodies.
Areas within Eastbrook
Eastbrook is governed by a "New England Town" style government. This means local decisions are often made at an annual Town Meeting. The town is made up of several smaller areas, or hamlets, each with its own character. Some of these areas are:
- Eastbrook Village / Greenwood Grange: This is the main village area. You can find the Eastbrook Church and town offices here.
- Cave Hill: Named after a nearby school and hill.
- Molasses Pond: Located along the northern shore of Molasses Pond.
- Back Cove / Schoodic Shore: An area along the southern side of Molasses Pond.
- Deep Cove: A small group of cottages on the eastern shore of Molasses Pond.
- Western Shore / Macomber Mill: Located along Neck Hill Ridge on the west side of Molasses Pond.
- Sugarhill: A hamlet on a hill with great views of Molasses Pond.
- Roaring Brook: A few homes scattered along a brook.
- Webb Pond and Abrams Pond: Areas with homes and camps along the shores of these ponds.
- Bull Hill: This is where the Bull Hill Wind Power Project is located.
Eastbrook got its name because it is located where the eastern branches of the Union River watershed begin. The town is considered part of the "Downeast Maine" region. Every year, Eastbrook hosts the Eastbrook Days Festival, which usually takes place near Molasses Pond or in the main village.
Culture and Nature
Molasses Pond is mentioned in a book called Memoirs of the Sweet Life on Molasses Pond by N. Galen Havey. A local musician, Chris Ross, has a song called Where the East Brook Roars that talks about Roaring Brook. There's also a writing workshop that meets at Molasses Pond.
The area is full of amazing flora (plants) and fauna (animals). You might see loons, trout, sunfish, eagles, moose, and deer here.
During the summer, the blueberry fields, known as "Blueberry Barrens," are busy with workers and machines harvesting blueberries. The town also produces lumber and gravel.
Local Stories
There are some interesting local stories about Eastbrook!
- Molasses Pond is said to be named because canoes filled with molasses and maple syrup once sank there. The syrup was harvested from trees on Sugarhill and was being transported across the lake. Another story says it was named after a person called Molly Molasses. People in the area often use the phrase "the way the sweet life should be," which is a nod to Maine's state motto.
- Nearby areas like Blackswoods and Catherines Hill have stories about paranormal events and urban legends, including the ghost of blackwoods road.
- Cavehill has a cave that is rumored to hide treasure, ghosts, or be the site of important historical events.
Regional Development
Eastbrook is part of the inland Schoodic Foothills and Outback region of Hancock County. In the late 2000s, developers started building renewable energy projects, like the Bull Hill Wind Power Site, in or near the town.
Population History
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1830 | 81 | — | |
| 1840 | 155 | 91.4% | |
| 1850 | 212 | 36.8% | |
| 1860 | 221 | 4.2% | |
| 1870 | 187 | −15.4% | |
| 1880 | 289 | 54.5% | |
| 1890 | 246 | −14.9% | |
| 1900 | 248 | 0.8% | |
| 1910 | 213 | −14.1% | |
| 1920 | 204 | −4.2% | |
| 1930 | 199 | −2.5% | |
| 1940 | 188 | −5.5% | |
| 1950 | 199 | 5.9% | |
| 1960 | 167 | −16.1% | |
| 1970 | 188 | 12.6% | |
| 1980 | 262 | 39.4% | |
| 1990 | 289 | 10.3% | |
| 2000 | 370 | 28.0% | |
| 2010 | 423 | 14.3% | |
| 2020 | 424 | 0.2% | |
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Eastbrook in 2010
According to the census from 2010, Eastbrook had 423 residents. There were 186 households and 120 families living in the town. The population density was about 12.7 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Eastbrook were White (97.6%). A small number were African American (0.2%), Native American (0.7%), or from two or more races (1.4%). About 0.7% of the population was of Hispanic or Latino background.
In terms of age, the average age in Eastbrook was 46.8 years old. About 19.9% of residents were under 18, and 13% were 65 or older. The town had a nearly equal number of males (50.4%) and females (49.6%).
See also
In Spanish: Eastbrook (Maine) para niños
