LaBarque Creek, Missouri facts for kids
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LaBarque Creek, Missouri
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 LaBarque Creek, Missouri
Location in Missouri
LaBarque Creek, Missouri
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Jefferson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 17.64 sq mi (45.68 km2) |
| • Land | 17.57 sq mi (45.50 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.19 km2) |
| Elevation | 630 ft (190 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,658 |
| • Density | 94.39/sq mi (36.44/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
63069
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| Area code(s) | 636 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2583783 |
LaBarque Creek is a small community in Jefferson County, Missouri, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community" and a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's a recognized area for counting people, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. In 2020, about 1,658 people lived here.
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Exploring LaBarque Creek's Location
LaBarque Creek is found in the northwestern part of Jefferson County. The community gets its name from LaBarque Creek, which is a smaller stream that flows into the Meramec River.
Where is LaBarque Creek Located?
You can find this community along Missouri Route F. It's about 3 miles (5 km) northwest of Byrnesville, which is on the Big River. LaBarque Creek is also about 5 miles (8 km) southwest of Eureka, a town located near Interstate 44. If you travel further, it's about 33 miles (53 km) southwest of downtown St. Louis.
Understanding the Area's Size
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the entire area of LaBarque Creek is about 17.632 square miles (45.677 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, covering about 17.561 square miles (45.493 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.071 square miles (0.184 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in LaBarque Creek?
The number of people living in LaBarque Creek changes over time. This information is collected during the U.S. Census, which happens every ten years.
Population Changes Over Time
- In 2010, the population of LaBarque Creek was 1,558 people.
- By 2020, the population had grown slightly to 1,658 people.
This shows a small increase in the number of residents over a decade.
