Humbird, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Humbird, Wisconsin
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Census-designated place
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US-12/Wis-27 run through town
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 Humbird, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Clark |
| Town | Mentor |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.135 sq mi (2.94 km2) |
| • Land | 1.135 sq mi (2.94 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,024 ft (312 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 266 |
| • Density | 234.4/sq mi (90.49/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
54746
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| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1566795 |
Humbird is a small community in Clark County, Wisconsin, United States. It is a "census-designated place," which means it's a specific area identified by the government for gathering population data. Humbird is located in the Town of Mentor. In 2010, about 266 people lived here. You can find Humbird along U.S. Route 12 and Wisconsin Highway 27. It also has its own post office with the ZIP code 54746.
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History of Humbird
Humbird was named after its founder, Jacob Humbird. He was born in Pennsylvania in 1811. Jacob and his brother were very involved in building railroads.
Building Railroads
Jacob Humbird helped build a major railroad in Brazil. It was called the Dom Pedro Secundo Railroad. This railway connected the city of Rio de Janeiro to areas further inland.
Later, in 1867, Jacob Humbird worked with D. A. Baldwin. They built the main line of the West Wisconsin Railroad. This line stretched from Elroy to Hudson.
Humbird's Railroad Connection
The railroad tracks reached Humbird in late 1869. The train station, or depot, in Humbird officially opened on January 1, 1870. This made Humbird an important stop along the railway.
What's Humbird Like?
Humbird has a mix of natural and developed areas. You can find a pond, a bluff, and lots of farm land. It also has areas set aside for fun activities.
Humbird Pond
There is a pond in Humbird that is about 13 acres in size. At its deepest point, the pond is about 6 feet deep. Even though its official name is Emerson Lake, most people call it Humbird Pond.
Outdoor Fun
Humbird is a good place for outdoor adventures. There are several ATV trails in the area. These trails are perfect for riding ATVs and exploring the outdoors.
Schools in Humbird
Public schools in Humbird are part of the School District of Alma Center-Humbird-Merrillan. This school district serves students from Humbird and nearby communities.
See also
Learn more about Humbird in Spanish: Humbird para niños
