Gallant, Alabama facts for kids
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Gallant, Alabama
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Location of Gallant in Etowah County, Alabama.
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 Gallant, Alabama
Location in Alabama
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Etowah |
| Area | |
| • Total | 14.43 sq mi (37.38 km2) |
| • Land | 14.38 sq mi (37.25 km2) |
| • Water | 0.05 sq mi (0.13 km2) |
| Elevation | 814 ft (248 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 869 |
| • Density | 60.43/sq mi (23.33/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
35972
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| FIPS code | 01-28816 |
| GNIS feature ID | 118790 |
Gallant, also known as Clear Springs or Greasy Cove, is a census-designated place and unincorporated community in Etowah, and St. Clair counties, Alabama, United States. It lies west of the city of Gadsden, the county seat of Etowah County. As of the 2010 census, its population was 855. Its elevation is 814 feet (248 m). It has a post office with the ZIP code 35972.
Gallant was the name of a pioneer settler who came from Tennessee.
Recreation
Camp Sumatanga is a 1700-acre facility surrounded by the woods, mountains, lakes and streams. The many recreational activities available include fishing, swimming, archery, hiking, and camping. Summer camp is available for children. There are three chapels that are available for reservation for weddings and other ceremonies.
Dayspring Dairy is Alabama's first sheep dairy. Offering hard and soft farmstead cheeses, a farm store with free tasting and farm tours.
Demographics
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| 2020 | 869 | — | |
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See also
In Spanish: Gallant (Alabama) para niños
