Hyndman, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Hyndman, Pennsylvania
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First United Church of Christ in Hyndman
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Location of Hyndman in Bedford County, Pennsylvania
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Bedford |
| Settled | 1800 |
| Incorporated | 1877 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Borough Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.53 sq mi (1.37 km2) |
| • Land | 0.51 sq mi (1.32 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 948 ft (289 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 863 |
| • Density | 1,685.55/sq mi (651.40/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Zip Code |
15545
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| Area code(s) | 814 |
| FIPS code | 42-36640 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1214899 |
Hyndman is a small town, also called a borough, located in Bedford County, Pennsylvania, United States. In 2020, about 863 people lived there.
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History of Hyndman
The first known person to settle in this area was Samuel Waters. He lived near Wills Creek and built a bridge there before the year 1800.
Around 1800, Jacob Burkett and Amos Raley started a business. They built boats in a settlement called Bridgeport. These boats were used to carry grain down to Cumberland, Maryland.
In 1850, Enoch Cade opened a store in the growing community. A one-room school was opened in 1865. Samuel Miller then started planning out a town on his land north of the creek.
Railroads and Renaming
In 1871, the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad (B&O) came through the town. This railroad connected Cumberland to Pittsburgh. Another railroad, the Bedford and Bridgeport Railroad, was built from Mt. Dallas to Cumberland.
In September 1877, the town officially became a borough. This means it got its own local government. In December of that same year, the town was renamed Hyndman. It was named after E. K. Hyndman, who was a superintendent for the B&O Railroad. The first elected leaders included Chief Burgess S. M. Wilhelm and several council members. Early businesses in Hyndman made bricks and limestone.
Growth and Services
In 1889, the National Bank of South Pennsylvania opened in Hyndman. It later failed in 1905 but was bought by J. J. Hoblitzell. It is now known as Hoblitzell National Bank.
Over the years, Hyndman gained more important services:
- In 1892, the Hyndman Water Company was finished.
- In 1893, an electric plant opened, bringing electricity to the town.
- A telephone exchange started in 1906.
- A fire company was formed in 1927 to protect the town.
Major Events
Hyndman has faced some challenges. In late December 1949, a large fire burned down most of the town's business center. Many buildings were made of wood, which made the fire spread quickly.
In August 2017, a train derailment happened. Thirty-three train cars went off the tracks, causing fires. Most of the town's residents had to leave their homes for several days to stay safe.
Geography of Hyndman
Hyndman is located in the southwestern part of Bedford County, Pennsylvania. It is surrounded by Londonderry Township.
Natural Features
The borough sits in the valley of Wills Creek. This creek flows through Savage Mountain and Little Allegheny Mountain to the west. At Hyndman, the creek turns south and flows towards Maryland. Another smaller creek, Little Wills Creek, joins Wills Creek in the eastern part of the town. Wills Mountain rises to the east of Hyndman.
Transportation
Pennsylvania Route 96 runs through Hyndman. It is known as Center Street and Pennsylvania Avenue in town. This road goes north about 19 miles (31 km) to Schellsburg. It also goes south about 7 miles (11 km) to the Maryland border. In Maryland, it becomes Maryland Route 35 and continues another 7 miles (11 km) to Cumberland.
Area and Water
According to the United States Census Bureau, Hyndman covers a total area of about 0.53 square miles (1.37 square kilometers). A small part of this area, about 0.02 square miles (0.04 square kilometers), is water.
Population of Hyndman
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 323 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,056 | 226.9% | |
| 1900 | 1,242 | 17.6% | |
| 1910 | 1,164 | −6.3% | |
| 1920 | 1,179 | 1.3% | |
| 1930 | 1,190 | 0.9% | |
| 1940 | 1,325 | 11.3% | |
| 1950 | 1,322 | −0.2% | |
| 1960 | 1,124 | −15.0% | |
| 1970 | 1,151 | 2.4% | |
| 1980 | 1,106 | −3.9% | |
| 1990 | 1,019 | −7.9% | |
| 2000 | 1,005 | −1.4% | |
| 2010 | 910 | −9.5% | |
| 2020 | 863 | −5.2% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 855 | −6.0% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,005 people living in Hyndman. These people lived in 413 households, and 296 of these were families. The population density was about 1,850 people per square mile (714 people per square kilometer).
Most of the people in Hyndman were White (98.11%). A small number were Native American or from other backgrounds. About 0.80% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average household had about 2.43 people, and the average family had about 2.94 people. The median age in the borough was 41 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Hyndman (Pensilvania) para niños
