Lone Oak, Georgia facts for kids
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Lone Oak, Georgia
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Lone Oak in 2013
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Location in Meriwether County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Meriwether |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-council government |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.63 sq mi (1.62 km2) |
| • Land | 0.63 sq mi (1.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 856 ft (261 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 114 |
| • Density | 182.40/sq mi (70.44/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Codes |
30220; 30230
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| FIPS code | 13-47252 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0317301 |
Lone Oak is a small town located in Meriwether County, Georgia, in the United States. In 2020, about 114 people lived there.
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The Story of Lone Oak
Lone Oak became an official town in 1901. This happened when the Georgia General Assembly, which is like Georgia's state government, made it a town. The name "Lone Oak" describes how the area looked a long time ago, likely with a single, special oak tree standing out.
Where is Lone Oak?
Lone Oak is found in the northwest part of Meriwether County. You can find it using these coordinates: 33°10′19″N 84°49′12″W / 33.17194°N 84.82000°W.
Roads and Nearby Towns
Georgia State Route 54 runs through the town. If you travel northeast on this road for about 5 miles (8 km), you will reach Luthersville. Going west for about 6 miles (10 km) will take you to Hogansville. The city of Greenville, which is the main town in Meriwether County, is about 12 miles (19 km) to the southeast.
Size of the Town
The United States Census Bureau says that Lone Oak covers a total area of about 0.6 square miles (1.6 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
People of Lone Oak
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 247 | — | |
| 1920 | 169 | −31.6% | |
| 1930 | 149 | −11.8% | |
| 1940 | 137 | −8.1% | |
| 1950 | 120 | −12.4% | |
| 1960 | 122 | 1.7% | |
| 1970 | 129 | 5.7% | |
| 1980 | 119 | −7.8% | |
| 1990 | 161 | 35.3% | |
| 2000 | 104 | −35.4% | |
| 2010 | 92 | −11.5% | |
| 2020 | 114 | 23.9% | |
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In 2000, there were 104 people living in Lone Oak. These people made up 44 households, and 31 of those were families. By 2020, the town's population had grown slightly to 114 people.
Fun in Lone Oak
Each November, Lone Oak hosts a special event called the Lone Oak Arts & Crafts Festival. This is a great chance for people to see and buy unique art and handmade items.
See also
In Spanish: Lone Oak (Georgia) para niños
