Lafayette Township, Allamakee County, Iowa facts for kids
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Lafayette Township, Allamakee County
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Allamakee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 45.84 sq mi (118.73 km2) |
| • Land | 43.39 sq mi (112.38 km2) |
| • Water | 2.45 sq mi (6.35 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,010 ft (308 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 421 |
| • Density | 9.7/sq mi (3.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 19-92331 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0468173 |
Lafayette Township is a small area in Allamakee County, Iowa, USA. It is one of eighteen townships in the county. In 2010, about 421 people lived there.
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Discovering Lafayette Township's Past
Lafayette Township was officially created in 1852. This means it has been a recognized area for over 170 years.
Exploring Lafayette Township's Geography
Lafayette Township covers an area of about 45.84 square miles (118.73 square kilometers). This area is roughly the size of 23,000 football fields! There are no big cities or towns directly within the township.
Important Landmarks and Sites
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) keeps track of important places. They have noted three cemeteries in Lafayette Township:
- Thompson Corner Cemetery
- Village Creek Cemetery
- Wexford Cemetery
These cemeteries are important historical sites. They show where early settlers and their families were laid to rest.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Lafayette (condado de Allamakee) para niños
