Hawes Township, Michigan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hawes Township, Michigan
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Hawes Township Hall in Barton City
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Location within Alcona County and administered portions of the community of Hubbard Lake (1) and village of Lincoln (2)
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 Hawes Township, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Hawes Township, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Michigan |
| County |  Alcona |
| Area | |
| • Total | 71.44 sq mi (185.0 km2) |
| • Land | 69.96 sq mi (181.2 km2) |
| • Water | 1.48 sq mi (3.8 km2) |
| Elevation | 889 ft (271 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,076 |
| • Density | 15.062/sq mi (5.8153/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) | |
| Area code(s) | 989 |
| FIPS code | 26-37220 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1626451 |
Hawes Township is a small community located in Alcona County, in the state of Michigan. It is a type of local government area called a civil township. In 2020, about 1,076 people lived here.
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Exploring Hawes Township Communities
Hawes Township is home to a few smaller communities. These are places where people live and gather, each with its own unique feel.
- Backus Beach is a small, unofficial community. You can find it on the southern shore of Hubbard Lake.
- Barton City is another unofficial community. It is mostly in the southwest part of the township.
- Hubbard Lake is a community and a special area for counting people (a census-designated place). It is located in the northwest part of the township, right by the beautiful Hubbard Lake.
- Lincoln is a small village. It is in the southeast corner of Hawes Township.
Geography and Natural Features
Hawes Township covers a total area of about 71.44 square miles (185.0 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 69.96 square miles (181.2 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 1.48 square miles (3.8 square kilometers), is water.
A big part of the famous Hubbard Lake is located within Hawes Township. This lake is a popular spot for outdoor activities.
Main Roads in the Township
F-41 is an important county highway. It forms the eastern border of Hawes Township.
Population and People
The number of people living in Hawes Township has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at the population counts from different years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 624 | — | |
| 1970 | 811 | 30.0% | |
| 1980 | 996 | 22.8% | |
| 1990 | 1,035 | 3.9% | |
| 2000 | 1,167 | 12.8% | |
| 2010 | 1,107 | −5.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,076 | −2.8% | |
| Source: Census Bureau. Census 1960- 2000, 2010. |
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In 2000, there were 1,167 people living in the township. The population was spread out in terms of age. About 19.6% of the people were under 18 years old. About 21.3% were 65 years old or older. The average age in the township was 47 years old.
Education in Hawes Township
All students in Hawes Township attend schools that are part of the Alcona Community Schools district. This district provides education for children and teens living in the area.
