Lowemont, Kansas facts for kids
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Lowemont, Kansas
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 Lowemont, Kansas
Location in Kansas
Lowemont, Kansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Leavenworth |
| Founded | 1887 |
| Elevation | 1,109 ft (338 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code | 913 |
| FIPS code | 20-43125 |
| GNIS ID | 478266 |
Lowemont is a small place in Leavenworth County, Kansas, United States. It's called an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's governed by the county. Lowemont is part of the larger Kansas City metropolitan area and is located northwest of the city of Leavenworth, right along U.S. Route 73 highway.
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Exploring Lowemont's Past
How Lowemont Began (1887)
Lowemont started in 1887 because a new railroad, the Leavenworth Northern and Southern Railroad, was built through the area. This led to a group called the "Lowemont Town Company" buying land and planning out the community.
People believe the name "Lowemont" comes from combining "low" because the land is fairly flat, and "mont," which means "mountain" in French. This "mont" part likely refers to the bluffs (steep hills) nearby.
A post office opened in Lowemont in 1888. It helped people send and receive mail for many years until it closed in 1938.
Growing Stronger (Late 1800s & Early 1900s)
The railroad was super important for Lowemont's growth. It became a busy spot where farmers could ship their crops, like grain and apples, to other places. This helped the local economy boom!
Lowemont had many useful places for its residents. There was a post office, a general store where people could buy almost anything, and even a special office for sending money orders. The community also had churches and a grain elevator, which is a tall building used to store grain.
By 1910, Lowemont was thriving, and its population grew to 112 people. This shows it was a busy and successful place back then.
Changes Over Time (Mid-1900s Onwards)
Sadly, things started to change for Lowemont. The railroad industry became less important as more people began to use automobiles for travel and shipping. This had a big impact on communities like Lowemont that depended on the trains.
When the post office closed in 1938, it was a sign that the community was starting to shrink. Over the years, many people moved away, and local businesses had to close their doors.
Today, Lowemont is still an unincorporated community. It has a smaller population, with most people living in homes spread out on farms in the area.
