Lewisville, Texas facts for kids
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Lewisville, Texas
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Lewisville City Hall
Wayne Ferguson Plaza
Vista Ridge Mall
Lewisville Public Library
Hebron station
Lewisville Lake at dusk
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| Motto(s):
"Deep Roots. Broad Wings. Bright Future."
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Location of Lewisville in Denton County, Texas
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 Lewisville, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| Counties | Denton, Dallas |
| Incorporated | January 15, 1925 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Council–manager |
| Area | |
| • City | 43.22 sq mi (111.94 km2) |
| • Land | 37.01 sq mi (95.85 km2) |
| • Water | 6.21 sq mi (16.09 km2) |
| Elevation | 463 ft (141 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • City | 111,822 |
| • Estimate
(2022)
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131,215 |
| • Rank | US: 216th TX: 27th |
| • Density | 2,951.04/sq mi (1,139.39/km2) |
| • Metro | 7,943,685 (US: 4th) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
75029, 75057, 75067, 75077
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| Area code(s) | 214, 469, 945, 972 |
| FIPS code | 48-42508 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410829 |
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Lewisville (pronounced LOO-iss-vil) is a city in Texas, USA. It's mostly in Denton County, with a small part in Dallas County. Lewisville is one of the "Mid-Cities" in the big Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex area. In 2020, about 111,822 people lived here.
The city started in the 1840s as Holford's Prairie. It grew a lot when the first railroad arrived in 1881. More roads and ways to travel helped it grow even more in the early 1900s. Lewisville officially became a city in 1925. When Lewisville Lake was finished in the 1950s, the city quickly became much bigger.
Lewisville is close to Lewisville Lake, which makes it a fun place for outdoor activities in the Dallas–Fort Worth area. The main highway, Interstate 35E, runs right through it. The city has many different types of people and businesses, which helps its economy stay strong. Most public schools in the area are part of the Lewisville Independent School District.
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Lewisville's History
How Lewisville Began
In 1841, a company called Peters Colony helped people settle in North Texas. In 1844, John W. King and his wife moved to the area where Lewisville is now. Other settlers, like John and James Holford, named their part "Holford's Prairie." Later, in 1853, Basdeal Lewis bought Holford's Prairie and renamed it after himself.
In 1845, a family buried a slave child named Melinda on their farm. This spot became the Fox–Hembry Cemetery for black residents. After many years, local people helped restore it in 2011.
Lewisville got Denton County's first machine for separating cotton in 1867. This machine could make three bales of cotton a day. The city paid $15,000 to get the Missouri–Kansas–Texas Railroad to come to town. The railroad started running regularly in 1881. By 1888, about 500 people lived in the town.
Growing and Developing
On January 15, 1925, Lewisville residents voted to become an official city. By 1930, the population grew to 853 people. This made it the fourth-largest city in Denton County.
Lewisville's economy was strong before the Great Depression. This helped the city handle the tough times better than some other places. Many people supported government programs that created jobs. For example, the Works Progress Administration opened a cannery in the city.
In 1931, Lewisville celebrated when U.S. Route 77 was paved between Denton and Dallas. This new road fixed the "Lewisville Gap," a muddy dirt road that often stopped travel.
From 1925 to 1932, an electric train service called the Texas Interurban Railway ran from Dallas to Denton, with a stop in Lewisville. However, not enough people lived in the area to keep the train service going, so it stopped in 1932.
In 1934, a famous robber named Raymond Hamilton robbed the First National Bank of Lewisville. He was caught later and taken to jail.
Modern Growth and Changes
Lewisville started growing very fast after the Garza–Little Elm Dam was finished in 1954. This dam created what we now know as Lewisville Lake. In 1963, Lewisville adopted a new way of running its city government, called a council–manager system.
In September 1969, Lewisville hosted the Texas International Pop Festival. Over 150,000 people came to see famous musicians like Janis Joplin, B.B. King, and Led Zeppelin. In 2011, a historical marker was placed at the Hebron A-train station to remember this big event.
When Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport opened nearby in 1974, and Vista Ridge Mall opened in 1989, Lewisville's population grew even more. It went from 24,273 people in 1980 to 46,521 in 1990. By 2020, the population reached 111,822. In 2021, the city added the Castle Hills area, bringing in about 18,000 more residents.
Lewisville's Geography
Lewisville covers about 42.5 square miles (110 square kilometers). About 6.1 square miles (16 square kilometers) of this area is water. The city is in the southern part of Denton County and the northern part of the Dallas–Fort Worth area. It sits between the Texas Blackland Prairies and the Grand Prairie.
Water makes up about 14% of Lewisville's total area. This includes Lewisville Lake, parts of the Trinity River, and two smaller creeks called Prairie Creek and Timber Creek. A special natural area along the river, called a riparian zone, is in the southeast part of the city. The area around the river's delta at the end of Lewisville Lake can sometimes flood.
Lewisville's Climate
Lewisville has a humid subtropical climate. This means it has warm temperatures and no dry season, with hot summers. The city rarely experiences extreme weather. However, in 1961, Hurricane Carla brought strong winds and caused large waves on Lewisville Lake. During heavy rains, Timber Creek can overflow and flood some homes. Lewisville is also considered to be in Tornado Alley, an area where tornadoes are common.
| Climate data for Lewisville, Texas | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 90 (32) |
96 (36) |
99 (37) |
102 (39) |
107 (42) |
108 (42) |
113 (45) |
113 (45) |
111 (44) |
103 (39) |
99 (37) |
89 (32) |
113 (45) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 53.3 (11.8) |
59.2 (15.1) |
67.2 (19.6) |
74.4 (23.6) |
81.7 (27.6) |
89.2 (31.8) |
94.1 (34.5) |
93.5 (34.2) |
86.1 (30.1) |
76.3 (24.6) |
64.1 (17.8) |
56.0 (13.3) |
74.6 (23.7) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 42.7 (5.9) |
48.0 (8.9) |
55.9 (13.3) |
63.4 (17.4) |
71.6 (22.0) |
79.1 (26.2) |
83.6 (28.7) |
82.7 (28.2) |
75.6 (24.2) |
65.3 (18.5) |
53.6 (12.0) |
45.4 (7.4) |
63.9 (17.7) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 32.0 (0.0) |
36.8 (2.7) |
44.6 (7.0) |
52.4 (11.3) |
61.4 (16.3) |
69.0 (20.6) |
73.1 (22.8) |
71.9 (22.2) |
65.0 (18.3) |
54.3 (12.4) |
43.0 (6.1) |
34.8 (1.6) |
53.2 (11.8) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −3 (−19) |
−2 (−19) |
5 (−15) |
23 (−5) |
35 (2) |
48 (9) |
51 (11) |
52 (11) |
36 (2) |
16 (−9) |
10 (−12) |
0 (−18) |
−3 (−19) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 1.94 (49) |
2.55 (65) |
2.82 (72) |
3.30 (84) |
5.41 (137) |
3.29 (84) |
2.53 (64) |
2.26 (57) |
3.35 (85) |
4.81 (122) |
2.87 (73) |
2.66 (68) |
37.79 (960) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | .2 (0.51) |
.5 (1.3) |
.1 (0.25) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
.3 (0.76) |
1.1 (2.8) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 6.7 | 6.1 | 7.0 | 7.1 | 8.4 | 6.4 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 5.8 | 6.8 | 6.8 | 6.5 | 76.7 |
| Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) | .4 | .2 | .1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .1 | .2 | 1 |
| Source: NOAA (1971–2000) | |||||||||||||
Lewisville's Population
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 466 | — | |
| 1890 | 498 | 6.9% | |
| 1930 | 853 | — | |
| 1940 | 873 | 2.3% | |
| 1950 | 1,516 | 73.7% | |
| 1960 | 3,956 | 160.9% | |
| 1970 | 9,264 | 134.2% | |
| 1980 | 24,273 | 162.0% | |
| 1990 | 46,521 | 91.7% | |
| 2000 | 77,737 | 67.1% | |
| 2010 | 95,290 | 22.6% | |
| 2020 | 111,822 | 17.3% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 133,553 | 40.2% | |
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| Race / Ethnicity (NH = Non-Hispanic) | Pop 2000 | Pop 2010 | Pop 2020 | % 2000 | % 2010 | % 2020 |
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| White alone (NH) | 53,706 | 47,280 | 40,675 | 69.09% | 49.62% | 36.37% |
| Black or African American alone (NH) | 5,628 | 10,370 | 17,282 | 7.24% | 10.88% | 15.45% |
| Native American or Alaska Native alone (NH) | 399 | .347 | 345 | 0.51% | 0.36% | 0.31% |
| Asian alone (NH) | 2,990 | 7,325 | 12,534 | 3.85% | 7.69% | 11.21% |
| Pacific Islander alone (NH) | 22 | 59 | 69 | 0.03% | 0.06% | 0.06% |
| Other Race alone (NH) | 89 | 220 | 512 | 0.11% | 0.23% | 0.46% |
| Mixed race or Multiracial (NH) | 1,104 | 1,906 | 4,552 | 1.42% | 2.00% | 4.07% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 13,799 | 27,783 | 35,853 | 17.75% | 29.16% | 32.06% |
| Total | 77,737 | 95,290 | 111,822 | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% |
In 2020, Lewisville had 111,822 people living there. There were 39,664 households and 24,536 families.
The 2010 census showed Lewisville had 95,290 people. This was a big jump from 77,737 people in 2000. Lewisville is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States. In 2010, about 35.5% of households had children under 18. The average household had 2.53 people.
In 2010, the city's population was 65.3% White, 11.2% African American, and 7.8% Asian. About 29.2% of the people were of Hispanic or Latino background. The average age in Lewisville was 30.9 years old.
By 2020, the population was 36.37% non-Hispanic White, 15.45% Black or African American, and 11.21% Asian. About 32.06% of the population was Hispanic or Latino. Many people in Lewisville were born outside the U.S. and have become citizens. About 34.6% of homes speak a language other than English.
Lewisville's Economy
Lewisville has many different types of businesses. Some of the biggest employers are JPMorgan Chase, Lewisville Independent School District, and Nationstar Mortgage. Car dealerships like Huffines Auto Dealerships are also very successful here.
Because Lewisville is near Lewisville Lake and the Dallas-Fort Worth area, it's a top spot for boat sales in Texas. Many food distribution companies, like Sysco, also have offices in Lewisville. Responsive Education Solutions, which runs schools across the country, is based here too. Other companies like Adeptus Health (a healthcare provider) and Texas—New Mexico Power (a utility company) also have their main offices in Lewisville.
Arts and Culture in Lewisville
The Lewisville Grand Theater
The Lewisville Grand Theater, often called The Grand, is a main place for arts in Lewisville. It's located in Lewisville's Old Town. The theater can show movies, host meetings, and offer a stage for many different types of performances.
The idea for The Grand started in 2004. It was built to be an arts center and opened in January 2011. It had many shows, concerts, and exhibits. In 2011 and 2012, a local newspaper called it the best events place in Denton County. The theater was first named after a local hospital, but its name changed to Lewisville Grand Theater in December 2020.
Lewisville Public Libraries
The city started the Lewisville Public Library in 1968. A new library building was built in 1986. In 2001, Lewisville voters approved money to build an even newer library. This $11 million building opened in 2006. The library has won awards for its excellent services. Lewisville was also the temporary home for the George W. Bush Presidential Library until 2013.
Lewisville in the News
Lewisville mostly gets its news from Dallas media. However, there are also local newspapers. The Lewisville Enterprise and The Lewisville Leader joined together in 1962. The Leader newspaper is now owned by 1013 Communications and is based in Plano, Texas. In 2011, the Lewisville City Council made a section of The Dallas Morning News called Neighborsgo the city's official newspaper.
Parks and Outdoor Fun
Lewisville has many public parks and two recreation centers. It also has about 14 miles (22 kilometers) of trails for walking and jogging.
Toyota of Lewisville Railroad Park
The $20 million Railroad Park was built in 2009. It was the biggest project in the city's history at that time. In 2010, it was renamed Toyota of Lewisville Railroad Park. The park has fields for baseball, softball, and football. It also has eight lighted soccer fields, a walking trail, three lakes, a dog park, and a skate park. Since 2010, the skate park has hosted skateboarding competitions. The park also hosts a yearly triathlon event.
Lewisville Lake Park
Lewisville Lake Park covers 662 acres (268 hectares). The city rents this land from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The park has sports fields and places to camp. The Lewisville Fishing Barge, which opened in 1958, is a place to fish on the lake. The park also hosts a cross-country running event each year. The city is thinking about building a resort hotel and convention center next to the lake.
Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area (LLELA)
The Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area (LLELA) is a 2,600-acre (1,052-hectare) nature preserve. The city works with the Lewisville Independent School District and the UNT to manage it. LLELA has over 7 miles (11 kilometers) of hiking trails. You can also go fishing, kayaking, and canoeing there. LLELA is a key part of the city's plan to protect natural areas around Lewisville Lake. This plan also aims to make Lewisville a major place for recreation in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Golf Courses
Lewisville is also a popular spot for golf. The Lakes at Castle Hills is a golf course that opened in the late 1990s. It is known for being challenging and having great facilities. Lake Park Golf Course, near Lewisville Lake, is good for beginners. Professional golfer Chad Campbell, who won the 2003 Tour Championship, lives in Lewisville.
Future Park Plans
In 2011, the Lewisville Park Board suggested a new plan for the city's parks and recreation. This plan includes a big upgrade to the city's trail system. It would add 51 miles (82 kilometers) of off-street trails, 50 miles (80 kilometers) of improved sidewalks, and 50 miles (80 kilometers) of bike routes. It also plans for a 7.4-mile (11.9-kilometer) paddling trail on the Trinity River. Many of these trails would connect to other trail networks. The plan also includes safe crossings over Interstate 35E for people walking and biking.
Education in Lewisville
| Lewisville educational attainment | |||
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| Lewisville | Texas | United States | |
| High school graduate or higher | 86.7% | 80.4% | 85.4% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 29.7% | 26.1% | 28.2% |
| Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2007–2011 American Community Survey | |||
The Lewisville Independent School District runs the public schools in the area, including Lewisville High School. The district has middle schools that send students to two high school campuses. Since 2011, the Killough and Harmon campuses have been for ninth and tenth graders. The main high school campus is for eleventh and twelfth graders. The district also has a Technology Exploration and Career Center.
From 2007 to 2011, about 86.7% of adults in Lewisville (25 or older) had finished high school. About 29.7% had a bachelor's degree or higher.
Lewisville also has two private schools: Explorations Preparatory School and Lakeland Christian Academy. Founders Classical Academy, a charter school, is also located in Lewisville.
Transportation in Lewisville
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The main highway through Lewisville is Interstate 35E. It runs north and south. Before this highway, US Highway 77 (now Mill Street) was the main road connecting Lewisville to Denton and Dallas. There are plans to make Interstate 35E bigger, adding more lanes, including a special toll lane. This project will help improve travel through the city.
Other important roads include Texas State Highway 121 (also known as the Sam Rayburn Tollway), which crosses Interstate 35E. Farm to Market Road 1171, called Main Street in Lewisville, runs east and west. Farm to Market Road 407 runs east and west in the northern part of the city. Most of Farm to Market Road 3040, which goes towards Carrollton and Flower Mound, is also in Lewisville.
In 2003, Lewisville residents voted to join the Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA). This group started a regional bus service in 2006. In 2011, three train stations opened in Lewisville: Old Town, Hebron, and Highland Village/Lewisville Lake. These are stops for the DCTA's A-train. The A-train goes north to Denton and south to Carrollton, where you can connect to the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Green Line to Dallas.
In September 2021, DCTA started a new on-demand transit service called GoZone. This service lets people request rides using an app. In December 2021, the regular Lewisville Connect bus services stopped, and GoZone took over transportation in the city.
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Vista Ridge Mall
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Lewisville Public Library
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Hebron station
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Lewisville Lake at dusk
See also
In Spanish: Lewisville (Texas) para niños
