Lukeville, Arizona facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lukeville, Arizona
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 Lukeville, Arizona
Location in Arizona
Lukeville, Arizona
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | Pima |
| Elevation | 1,398 ft (426 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (MST) |
| ZIP code |
85341
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| Area code(s) | 520 |
| FIPS code | 04-42870 |
| GNIS feature ID | 7544 |
Lukeville is a tiny, unincorporated town located right on the border between the United States and Mexico. It's in southern Pima County, Arizona. This small community was founded by Charles Luke, whose brother, Frank Luke, was a famous pilot in World War I from Arizona. Frank Luke even received the Medal of Honor after he passed away.
About Lukeville
This community is special because it's where the Lukeville Port of Entry is located. This is a busy border crossing that connects Lukeville to a town in Mexico called Sonoyta, in the state of Sonora. Lukeville is also the end point of State Route 85, a major road.
The entire town is located inside the Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. This is a protected area known for its unique desert plants. In Lukeville, you can find a post office and a duty-free shop, where you can buy things without paying certain taxes. It's also a stop for buses traveling to bigger cities like Phoenix and Tucson.
Population and Schools
In the year 2000, about 35 people lived in Lukeville. It's a very small place!
Lukeville does not have its own school district. The closest schools for students are in the Ajo Unified School District.
Border Wall Project
Starting in 2019, a project began to replace parts of the Mexico–United States barrier in this area. This barrier is a fence or wall built along the border between the two countries.
Lukeville's Climate
Lukeville has a very sunny and hot climate all year round. This is because of the stable air and high pressure in the area. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, which helps scientists describe climates, Lukeville has a "hot desert climate." This means it's usually very warm and dry.
See also
In Spanish: Lukeville para niños
