Lake Hallie, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Lake Hallie, Wisconsin
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Location of Lake Hallie in Chippewa County, Wisconsin.
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 Lake Hallie, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| Counties | Chippewa |
| Government | |
| • Type | Village board |
| Area | |
| • Total | 14.59 sq mi (37.77 km2) |
| • Land | 14.14 sq mi (36.63 km2) |
| • Water | 0.44 sq mi (1.14 km2) |
| Elevation | 909 ft (277 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 7,170 |
| • Density | 491.4/sq mi (189.83/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| FIPS code | 55-41525 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2013447 |
| Website | http://www.lakehallie.us/ |
Lake Hallie is a village in Chippewa County, Wisconsin, United States. It is part of the Eau Claire metropolitan area. A "village" is a type of small town with its own local government.
Lake Hallie became an official village on February 18, 2003. This happened when it separated from a larger area called the Town of Hallie. In 2020, about 7,170 people lived in Lake Hallie. This was an increase from 6,448 people in 2010.
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History of Lake Hallie
The village of Lake Hallie gets its name from a nearby lake. This lake is a special type of lake called an oxbow lake. It formed from a bend in the Chippewa River. The lake is located between the cities of Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls.
Early Industry and Mills
In 1843, some brothers named McCann and Jeremiah C. Thomas built a mill called the Blue Mill. This mill used Lake Hallie to hold logs. Later, the mill was bought by the Badger State Lumber Company and became known as Badger Mills. It stopped working in the 1890s because there were not enough logs left.
Becoming a Village
Lake Hallie officially became a village on February 28, 2003. This decision was made by the people living there through a vote. The main reason for forming the village was to stop the nearby cities of Chippewa Falls and Eau Claire from expanding into their area.
Most of the people who lived in the Town of Hallie in 2000 ended up living in the new village. Since becoming a village, Lake Hallie has grown a lot. Its population increased by over 37% between 2000 and 2010.
Geography of Lake Hallie
Lake Hallie is surrounded by several other places. To the north is Chippewa Falls. To the south are Eau Claire and the Town of Seymour. The Chippewa River forms its western border. To the southeast is the remaining part of the Town of Hallie, and to the east is the Town of Lafayette.
The village covers a total area of about 14.57 square miles (37.77 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 14.09 square miles (36.63 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.48 square miles (1.14 square kilometers), is water.
Population Data
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| 2010 | 6,448 | — | |
| 2020 | 7,170 | 11.2% | |
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The United States Census Bureau collects information about people living in different areas. This helps us understand how communities are changing.
2010 Population Details
In 2010, there were 6,448 people living in Lake Hallie. These people lived in 2,447 households, which are like homes or families living together. The population density was about 457.6 people per square mile. This means that, on average, there were that many people living in each square mile of land.
Most of the people in the village were White (94.3%). There were also smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. About 1.7% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (36.2%) had children under 18 living with them. Most households were married couples living together (58.2%). The average household had 2.62 people, and the average family had 3.01 people.
The median age in the village was 35.3 years old. This means half the people were younger than 35.3 and half were older. About 26.1% of residents were under 18 years old.
Education in Lake Hallie
Students in Lake Hallie attend schools that are part of two different school districts. These are the Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District and the Eau Claire Area School District.
Media and News
Lake Hallie is part of the Eau Claire media market. This means that the local TV channels, radio stations, and newspapers that serve Eau Claire also serve Lake Hallie.
Transportation and Roads
Lake Hallie is an important location for transportation. It is where two major roads meet: U.S. Route 53 and Wisconsin Highway 29. These are important routes for travel and trade. The Chippewa Valley Regional Airport is also located very close to the village, just to its south.
Sports and Fun Activities
Lake Hallie is a great place for sports and recreation.
Hallie Youth Days
Every year, Lake Hallie hosts a five-day baseball and softball tournament called Hallie Youth Days. This event takes place at the end of July and is a popular activity for young athletes.
Hallie Eagles Baseball
Tom Sippel Field is the home field for the Hallie Eagles. This is a baseball team that plays in the Chippewa River Baseball League. The Eagles have won the league championship three times: in 1984, 1996, and 2000. They have also won their division several times.
Notable People from Lake Hallie
- Kathy Bernier - A politician from Wisconsin. A politician is someone who works in government, making decisions for the community.
See also
In Spanish: Lake Hallie (Wisconsin) para niños
