Keenesburg, Colorado facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Town of Keenesburg, Colorado
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Signs along Market Street in Keenesburg.
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| Motto(s):
Home of 500 happy people and a few soreheads
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Location of Keenesburg in Weld County, Colorado.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Colorado |
| County | Weld |
| Incorporated (town) | June 4, 1919 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Statutory Town |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.46 sq mi (8.96 km2) |
| • Land | 3.43 sq mi (8.89 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.07 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,944 ft (1,507 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,250 |
| • Density | 361.3/sq mi (139.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
80643
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| Area code(s) | 303 |
| FIPS code | 08-40185 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0204699 |
| Website | Town website |
The Town of Keenesburg is a small town in Weld County, Colorado, in the United States. It's known as a "Statutory Town," which means it follows specific rules set by the state of Colorado.
In 2020, about 1,250 people lived in Keenesburg. A special place called The Wild Animal Sanctuary is also located here.
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History of Keenesburg
How Keenesburg Got Its Name
Keenesburg was named after an early settler in the area. His name was Les Keene.
When Keenesburg Became a Town
Keenesburg officially became a town on June 4, 1919. This means it was recognized as its own local government.
Geography of Keenesburg
Where is Keenesburg Located?
Keenesburg is found in the state of Colorado. It is located at coordinates 40.108821 degrees north and 104.520228 degrees west.
Land and Water Area
The town covers a total area of about 3.46 square miles (8.96 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 3.43 square miles (8.89 square kilometers), is land. A very small part, about 0.03 square miles (0.07 square kilometers), is water.
Population of Keenesburg
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Keenesburg has changed over the years. Here's a look at the population from different U.S. Census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 164 | — | |
| 1930 | 297 | 81.1% | |
| 1940 | 284 | −4.4% | |
| 1950 | 432 | 52.1% | |
| 1960 | 409 | −5.3% | |
| 1970 | 427 | 4.4% | |
| 1980 | 541 | 26.7% | |
| 1990 | 570 | 5.4% | |
| 2000 | 855 | 50.0% | |
| 2010 | 1,127 | 31.8% | |
| 2020 | 1,250 | 10.9% | |
As you can see, the population has grown quite a bit since 1920. In 2020, 1,250 people called Keenesburg home.
See also
In Spanish: Keenesburg para niños
