Graham, Alabama facts for kids
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Graham, Alabama
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Graham's most recognizable landmark was Butler's Mill, a cotton gin located on the Little Tallapoosa River. The mill was built in 1912 and burned down on October 17, 2016.
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Location of Graham in Randolph County, Alabama.
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 Graham, Alabama
Location in Alabama
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Randolph |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.85 sq mi (15.16 km2) |
| • Land | 5.85 sq mi (15.16 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,102 ft (336 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 196 |
| • Density | 33.48/sq mi (12.93/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 256 & 938 |
| GNIS feature ID | 119207 |
Graham is a small place in Randolph County, Alabama, in the United States. It's known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area that the government counts for population, but it's not officially a city or town with its own local government. In 2010, about 211 people lived there. By 2020, the population was 196.
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Discovering Graham, Alabama
Graham is a quiet community located in the eastern part of Alabama. It's a place where people live, but it doesn't have a mayor or city council like bigger towns. Instead, it's part of the larger Randolph County.
People and Population in Graham
The number of people living in Graham has changed a little over time.
- In 2010, the census counted 211 people.
- By the 2020 census, the population was 196.
This information helps us understand how communities grow or shrink.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2020 | 196 | — | |
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A Look at Graham's History and Landmarks
One of the most famous landmarks in Graham was Butler's Mill. This mill was built in 1912. It was a cotton gin, which is a machine that separates cotton fibers from their seeds. This was a very important job when cotton farming was a big deal in the area. The mill was located right on the Little Tallapoosa River. Sadly, Butler's Mill burned down on October 17, 2016. Even though it's gone, it remains an important part of Graham's history.
See also
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