Eastshore, Kansas facts for kids
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Eastshore, Kansas
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 Eastshore, Kansas
Location in Kansas
Eastshore, Kansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Marion |
| Township | Gale |
| Founded | 1969 |
| Platted | 1969 |
| Elevation | 1,381 ft (421 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 92 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-19700 |
| GNIS ID | 2804496 |
Eastshore is a small community located in Marion County, Kansas, in the United States. It is called a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's a special area the government uses to count people, but it's not an official city or town.
In 2020, about 92 people lived in Eastshore. The community got its name because it is very close to the east shore of the Marion Reservoir. You can find it just north of where Pawnee Road and 210th Street meet.
History of Eastshore
Early Days in Kansas
For thousands of years, the Great Plains of North America were home to nomadic Native American tribes. These groups moved around to hunt and gather food.
From the 1500s to the 1700s, France claimed a large part of North America. In 1762, after a war, France secretly gave this land, called New France, to Spain. This was part of a deal known as the Treaty of Fontainebleau.
Kansas Becomes Part of the U.S.
In 1802, Spain gave most of the land back to France. Then, in 1803, the United States bought a huge area from France. This was called the Louisiana Purchase. Most of what is now Kansas was part of this big purchase. The U.S. paid about 2.83 cents for each acre of land.
In 1806, an explorer named Zebulon Pike led an expedition west from St Louis, Missouri. Part of their journey followed the Cottonwood River. They traveled through what is now Marion County, passing near where Eastshore is today.
In 1854, the Kansas Territory was created. Then, in 1861, Kansas officially became the 34th U.S. state. Marion County, where Eastshore is located, was set up in 1855.
Eastshore in the 20th Century
The Marion Reservoir was built between 1964 and 1968. This large lake is a key feature of the area. Eastshore itself was officially planned and mapped out on October 13, 1969.
Geography and Climate
Where is Eastshore Located?
Eastshore is found at specific coordinates: 38.3819584 latitude and -97.0739122 longitude. It is in the beautiful Flint Hills and Great Plains region of Kansas. The community is right next to the Marion Cove, which is part of the Marion Reservoir.
What is Eastshore's Climate Like?
The weather in Eastshore has hot, humid summers. The winters are usually mild to cool. According to a system that classifies climates, Eastshore has a humid subtropical climate. This type of climate is often shown as "Cfa" on climate maps.
People of Eastshore
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| 2020 | 92 | — | |
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The 2020 United States census counted 92 people living in Eastshore. There were 50 households and 41 families. Most of the people (about 92%) were white or European American.
Out of the 50 households, 18% had children under 18 years old. Most households (80%) were married couples living together. About 16% of households were single individuals. Only 6% of households had someone living alone who was 65 or older. The average household had 1.9 people.
About 10.9% of the population was under 18 years old. A large portion, 46.7%, were 65 years of age or older. The average age in Eastshore was 63.0 years.
Fun Things to Do Near Eastshore
- The Marion Reservoir is right next to Eastshore. The Marion cove is immediately west of the community. The Cottonwood Point cove is a short distance northwest. The Dam is also very close, just southwest of Eastshore. There are many other coves on the west side of the Reservoir to explore.
Education in the Area
Students in Eastshore attend public schools in the Marion–Florence USD 408 school district. All students go to schools located in Marion. The high school is part of T.E.E.N., which is a video teaching network shared by five high schools in the area.
- Marion High School, located in Marion.
- Marion Middle School, located in Marion.
- Marion Elementary School, located in Marion.
Local News and Media
If you want to read local news, there are a couple of newspapers:
- Marion County Record, a newspaper from Marion.
- Hillsboro Free Press, a free newspaper for the larger Marion County area.
Transportation and Utilities
Getting Around
U.S. Route 56 is a main road that runs about 1.33 miles south of Eastshore.
Services Available
- Internet: You can get wireless internet from Pixius Communications. Satellite internet is also available from companies like HughesNet, StarBand, and WildBlue.
- TV: Satellite television is provided by DirecTV and Dish Network. You can also get local digital TV channels.
- Electricity: Electricity for homes and farms is provided by Flint Hills RECA.
- Water: Water for the community and surrounding rural areas comes from Marion County RWD #2.
