Keyesport, Illinois facts for kids
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Keyesport, Illinois
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Aerial view of Keyesport in approximately 1968 when Carlyle Lake was filling from the newly constructed dam. The town is now situated directly on the lakeshore.
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Location of Keyesport in Clinton County, Illinois.
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Location of Illinois in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Bond, Clinton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.74 sq mi (1.91 km2) |
| • Land | 0.72 sq mi (1.87 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 459 ft (140 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 406 |
| • Density | 563.89/sq mi (217.57/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code(s) |
62253
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| Area code(s) | 618 |
| FIPS code | 17-39753 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2398342 |
| Wikimedia Commons | Keyesport, Illinois |
Keyesport is a small village located in the state of Illinois, United States. It's special because it sits right on the edge of a big lake called Carlyle Lake. The village is spread across two counties: Bond County and Clinton County. In 2020, about 406 people lived there.
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A Look Back in Time: Keyesport's History
Keyesport got its name from a man named Thomas Keyes. He was the village's first postmaster, which means he was in charge of the mail. The village officially became a village in 1887. It's interesting because it's right on the border between Clinton County and Bond County.
Keyesport's Location: Where is it?
Keyesport is located in Illinois. A very important feature of the village is that it sits right on the western shore of Carlyle Lake. This lake was created by a dam and is a popular spot for outdoor activities.
Village Size and Water Areas
The village covers a total area of about 0.74 square miles (1.91 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 0.72 square miles (1.87 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.02 square miles (0.04 square kilometers), is water, mostly from Carlyle Lake.
Who Lives in Keyesport? Population Facts
In 2020, there were 406 people living in Keyesport. These people lived in 194 households, and 147 of those were families. The village has seen its population change over the years. For example, in 1900, about 500 people lived there, and the population grew to 670 in 1910 before decreasing again.
Age Groups in the Village
The people in Keyesport are of different ages.
- About 21.7% of the population was under 18 years old.
- Around 6.3% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 21.2% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- The largest group, 34.3%, was between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 16.4% of the residents were 65 years old or older.
The average age in the village was about 45.1 years.
Famous People from Keyesport
Some interesting people have connections to Keyesport:
- Wilbur Clark: He was a person who built and owned a famous hotel and casino called the Desert Inn in Las Vegas.
- Frank Harter: He was a professional baseball player. He pitched for teams like the Cincinnati Reds and the Indianapolis Hoosiers.
See also
In Spanish: Keyesport para niños
