Green Brook Township, New Jersey facts for kids
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Green Brook Township, New Jersey
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| Motto(s):
"Small Enough to Know You, Large Enough to Get Things Done".
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Location of Green Brook Township in Somerset County highlighted in yellow (right). Inset map: Location of Somerset County in New Jersey highlighted in black (left).
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Census Bureau map of Green Brook Township, New Jersey.
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 Green Brook Township, New Jersey
Location in Somerset County, New Jersey
Green Brook Township, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Green Brook Township, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  New Jersey |
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| County |  Somerset |
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| Incorporated | April 2, 1872 (as North Plainfield Township) | |
| Reincorporated | November 8, 1932 (as Green Brook Township) | |
| Named for | Green Brook | |
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| • Type | Township | |
| • Body | Township Committee | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 4.42 sq mi (11.43 km2) | |
| • Land | 4.41 sq mi (11.42 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) 0.18% | |
| Area rank | 285th of 565 in state 13th of 21 in county |
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| Elevation | 246 ft (75 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 7,281 | |
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7,291 | |
| • Rank | 312th of 565 in state 15th of 21 in county |
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| • Density | 1,652.1/sq mi (637.9/km2) | |
| • Density rank | 325th of 565 in state 7th of 21 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | |
| ZIP Code |
08812
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| Area code(s) | 732 and 908 | |
| FIPS code | 3403527510 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0882172 | |
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Green Brook Township is a small community in Somerset County, New Jersey. It is located in the middle of the Raritan Valley region. In 2020, about 7,281 people lived here. This was a small increase from 2010.
Green Brook was first called North Plainfield Township in 1872. Over time, parts of it became other towns like North Plainfield and Watchung. The name changed to Green Brook Township in 1932. The town's motto is "Small Enough to Know You, Large Enough to Get Things Done." Most of Green Brook uses the same ZIP Code (08812) as Dunellen.
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History of Green Brook Township
Green Brook Township has an interesting past. It started as a part of Warren Township in 1872. This area was first known as North Plainfield.
How Green Brook Got Its Name
The township is named after the Green Brook waterway. This brook flows through the area. It starts in the Watchung Mountains and gets water from many smaller streams. The brook flows for about 15 miles (24 km). It eventually joins the Raritan River at Bound Brook. The brook was named "Green Brook" because of the color of its water.
Washington Rock State Park
Green Brook is also home to Washington Rock State Park. This park is a special place where George Washington and Marquis de Lafayette watched British soldiers during the American Revolutionary War. This happened in 1777. The park was created in 1913 and covers about 34 acres (13.7 hectares).
Geography of Green Brook
Green Brook Township covers about 4.42 square miles (11.43 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a tiny part is water.
Location and Nearby Towns
The township is part of the Raritan Valley area in central New Jersey. It is in the northern part of this valley. Green Brook borders several other towns. These include Bridgewater Township, North Plainfield, Warren Township, and Watchung in Somerset County. It also borders Middlesex and Dunellen in Middlesex County. Lastly, it touches Plainfield in Union County.
Population and People
Green Brook Township has seen its population grow over the years. In 1940, only 763 people lived here. By 2020, the population had grown to 7,281 people. This shows that more and more families have chosen to live in Green Brook.
Population Changes Over Time
- 1940: 763 people
- 1950: 1,155 people
- 1960: 3,622 people
- 1970: 4,302 people
- 1980: 4,640 people
- 1990: 4,460 people
- 2000: 5,654 people
- 2010: 7,203 people
- 2020: 7,281 people
The township is a diverse place. People from many different backgrounds live and work here.
Education in Green Brook
Students in Green Brook Township attend public schools run by the Green Brook School District. This district serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.
Local Schools
The district has two schools:
- Irene E. Feldkirchner Elementary School: This school teaches students from pre-kindergarten to 4th grade.
- Green Brook Middle School: This school is for students in 5th through 8th grades.
High School Education
After eighth grade, students from Green Brook go to Watchung Hills Regional High School. This high school is located in Warren Township. Students from Green Brook, Watchung, Warren Township, and Long Hill Township all attend this school together.
Transportation in Green Brook
Green Brook Township has a good network of roads. These roads help people travel easily.
Major Roads
The most important highway in Green Brook is U.S. Route 22. Other important roads include County Route 527 and County Route 529.
Public Bus Service
For those who use public transportation, NJ Transit offers local bus service. The 822 bus route serves the area.
Community Organizations
Green Brook Township has many groups that help the community. These organizations offer different activities and support.
- Green Brook Seniors: This group meets at the Senior Center. It provides a place for older residents to gather and take part in events.
- Green Brook Lions Club: This club is part of Lions Clubs International. Its members volunteer for various causes to help others.
- Green Brook Recreation Committee: This volunteer group plans fun programs and events for everyone living in the township.
Notable People from Green Brook
Many talented people have connections to Green Brook Township. Here are a few:
- Daphne Corboz (born 1993): A professional soccer player.
- Mael Corboz (born 1994): Another professional soccer player.
- Rachel Corboz (born 1996): A professional soccer player, making the Corboz family quite athletic!
- Paul Crook (born 1966): A lead guitarist for famous bands like Meat Loaf and Anthrax.
- DJ Clark Kent (1966–2024, stage name of Antonio Franklin): A well-known hip hop record producer and DJ.
- Mickey Gall (born 1992): A professional mixed martial artist who competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
- Gloria Gaynor (born 1949): A Grammy award-winning singer, famous for her song "I Will Survive".
- Sarai Gonzalez (born 2005): A young actress.
- Josh Pauls (born 1992): A gold medal winner in sled hockey at the 2010 Winter Paralympics.
- Ed Stasium: A record producer and audio engineer.
