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Lumberland, New York
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Location of Lumberland in Sullivan County, New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Sullivan |
| Area | |
| • Total | 49.35 sq mi (127.80 km2) |
| • Land | 46.54 sq mi (120.54 km2) |
| • Water | 2.81 sq mi (7.27 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,342 ft (409 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,243 |
| • Density | 45.451/sq mi (17.551/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 36-43786 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0979172 |
Lumberland is a town located in Sullivan County, New York, in the United States. It's a quiet, rural area in the southwestern part of the county. In 2020, about 2,243 people lived there.
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History of Lumberland
The town of Lumberland was first created in 1798 from a larger town called Mamakating. Over the years, parts of Lumberland were used to form other towns. In 1853, it was divided into three separate towns: Lumberland, Highland, and Tusten.
Lumberland really started to grow when the Delaware and Hudson Canal opened in 1828. This canal was very important. It helped move coal from mines in Pennsylvania to big cities where it was needed. Many small communities like Pond Eddy and Mongaup grew up along the canal.
Later, trains became a better way to transport goods. So, the canal was no longer used. In the 1930s, the old canal path was turned into New York State Route 97. The Pond Eddy Bridge, which is a historic bridge in the area, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988.
Geography of Lumberland
Lumberland is located right on the border of Pennsylvania, with the Delaware River forming its southwestern edge. To the east, it borders Orange County. The town of Forestburgh is to the north, and Highland is to the west.
The area is mostly rural, meaning it has lots of open land and not many big businesses. Most of the buildings are homes. There's only one gas station in Glen Spey, and you won't find any traffic lights in Lumberland!
Lumberland is part of the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River area. The land here goes from about 600 feet above sea level near the Delaware River to over 1,300 feet on the hills overlooking the river. This is where the Catskill Mountains start to get taller in the northern parts of the town. The land is mostly hilly and covered in trees. Most people live near the main roads, like New York State Route 97.
Many rivers and streams flow through Lumberland. The Delaware River is a popular spot for rafting trips. You can find companies that offer day trips and have campsites along the river. Other streams like Mill Brook and Fish Cabin Brook flow into the Delaware. The Mongaup River also runs into the Delaware near the Orange County line.
The total area of Lumberland is about 49.6 square miles (127.8 square kilometers). Most of this is land, and a smaller part, about 2.6 square miles (7.27 square kilometers), is water.
Population in Lumberland
The population of Lumberland has changed a lot over the years. Here's how it has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 569 | — | |
| 1830 | 955 | 67.8% | |
| 1840 | 1,205 | 26.2% | |
| 1850 | 2,635 | 118.7% | |
| 1860 | 970 | −63.2% | |
| 1870 | 1,065 | 9.8% | |
| 1880 | 1,050 | −1.4% | |
| 1890 | 875 | −16.7% | |
| 1900 | 809 | −7.5% | |
| 1910 | 716 | −11.5% | |
| 1920 | 480 | −33.0% | |
| 1930 | 499 | 4.0% | |
| 1940 | 490 | −1.8% | |
| 1950 | 494 | 0.8% | |
| 1960 | 538 | 8.9% | |
| 1970 | 857 | 59.3% | |
| 1980 | 1,210 | 41.2% | |
| 1990 | 1,425 | 17.8% | |
| 2000 | 1,936 | 35.9% | |
| 2010 | 2,468 | 27.5% | |
| 2020 | 2,243 | −9.1% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,939 people living in Lumberland. About 32.5% of the homes had children under 18 living there. The average age of people in the town was 41 years old. About 25.6% of the population was under 18, and 17.7% were 65 or older.
Communities and Places in Lumberland
Lumberland has several small communities and interesting places:
- Black Forest – This is a private community located in Glen Spey.
- Glen Spey – A small village located near the center of the town.
- Handsome Eddy – A small village on the western edge of the town, right by the Delaware River.
- Knights Eddy – Another small village located on the Delaware River, south of Pond Eddy.
- Mohican Lake – A lake found in the northwestern part of the town.
- Mongaup – A small village in the southeastern part of the town, where the Delaware and Mongaup Rivers meet.
- Pond Eddy – A small village on the north bank of the Delaware River. The historic Pond Eddy Bridge is here.
- Rio Reservoir – A large water reservoir located on the eastern border of the town.
- Upper Mongaup – A small village near the eastern town line.
Camps in Lumberland
A camp called Camp Ramah was once located in Glen Spey, about 2 miles (3.2 km) from the Delaware River. It opened in 1967 but closed in 1971. In 1976, a fire destroyed many buildings there. Later, in 1982, Lumberland firefighters used the remaining parts of the camp for a training exercise. They burned down the rest of the buildings to ensure safety for the townspeople.
Today, there are still camps in Lumberland. Some are rafting companies along the Delaware River in Knights Eddy and Pond Eddy. There is also Camp Simcha, which is a special camp for children with disabilities.
See also
In Spanish: Lumberland para niños
