Kurten, Texas facts for kids
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Kurten, Texas
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 Kurten, Texas
Location in Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Brazos |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.62 sq mi (11.96 km2) |
| • Land | 4.55 sq mi (11.79 km2) |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.16 km2) |
| Elevation | 341 ft (104 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 395 |
| • Density | 85.50/sq mi (33.03/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
77808
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| Area code(s) | 979 |
| FIPS code | 48-39940 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412850 |
Kurten is a small town in Brazos County, Texas. It is located along U.S. Highway 190. In 2020, about 395 people lived there. Kurten became an official town in the year 2000. It is part of the larger Bryan–College Station metropolitan area.
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Exploring Kurten's Location
Kurten is found in the northern part of Brazos County. It sits right along U.S. Route 190. The town is about 10 miles (16 km) northeast of Bryan. It is also about 26 miles (42 km) southwest of Madisonville.
How Big is Kurten?
The total area of Kurten is about 4.6 square miles (12.0 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 4.55 square miles (11.8 square kilometers), is land. A small part, about 0.06 square miles (0.2 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Kurten?
The number of people living in Kurten has been counted several times.
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| 2010 | 398 | — | |
| 2020 | 395 | −0.8% | |
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In 2010, there were 398 people. By 2020, the population was 395. This shows the town has stayed a similar size over the years.
Learning in Kurten: Schools and Education
Students in Kurten attend schools that are part of the Bryan Independent School District (BISD).
Elementary Schools
- Houston Elementary School is the main school for younger students.
- If students speak more than one language, they might go to Henderson Elementary School.
Middle and High Schools
All students in Kurten go to these schools as they get older:
- Rayburn Intermediate School
- Davila Middle School
- Rudder High School
A Look Back: Kurten's History
Kurten has an interesting past, including a unique law about birds!
The Guinea Fowl Law of 1906
In April 1906, the Kurten City Council made a special rule. It said that people could not sell or give away guinea fowl. These birds originally came from Africa. They became very popular in Central Texas.
However, there were soon too many guinea fowl. They started to cause problems for the people in town. The birds would crowd the streets. They even became aggressive if people got too close. In early April 1906, there were 11 reports of guinea fowl attacks. Because of this, the city council passed a law called the Fowl Redistribution Act.
Annual Fireworks Show
Every year, Kurten celebrates Independence Day with a big fireworks show. This event takes place at the Kurten Community Center. For 13 years, this fireworks show has brought in many people. Crowds come from all over Central Texas to enjoy the display.
See also
- In Spanish: Kurten (Texas) para niños
