McQueeney, Texas facts for kids
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McQueeney, Texas
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Location of McQueeney, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Guadalupe |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.6 sq mi (11.8 km2) |
| • Land | 4.2 sq mi (10.8 km2) |
| • Water | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 548 ft (167 m) |
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| • Total | 2,397 |
| • Density | 526.1/sq mi (203.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
78123
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| Area code(s) | 830 |
| FIPS code | 48-45948 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1341274 |
McQueeney is a small community in Guadalupe County, Texas, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's a special area defined for collecting census data. In 2020, about 2,397 people lived there. McQueeney is also part of the larger San Antonio area.
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History of McQueeney
Early Settlers and the Railroad
Around 1870, the first German settlers came to the area where McQueeney is now. A railroad, the Galveston, Harrisburg & San Antonio, was built through the area in 1876. The train stop was first called "Hilda."
In 1900, a local businessman named C. F. Blumberg built a general store east of the train stop. He wanted the railroad to move the stop closer to his store. Blumberg decided to call his new store's location "McQueeney." He chose this name to honor the local railroad superintendent, a person in charge of the railroad. Even though the railroad didn't move the stop, the post office that opened in 1900 was named McQueeney.
Lake McQueeney and Floods
Lake McQueeney was created in 1925. This happened when a dam was built on the Guadalupe River. The lake is a popular spot for homes and recreation.
There is a wealthy neighborhood on the lake called Treasure Island. This area has experienced floods several times. Some of the most notable floods happened in 1972, 1998, and 2002.
Geography of McQueeney
Location and Nearby Cities
McQueeney is located in the middle of Guadalupe County. It sits on the west side of the Guadalupe River. The community is about 6 miles (9.7 km) west of Seguin, which is the county seat.
It is also about 10 miles (16 km) southeast of New Braunfels. The larger city of San Antonio is about 33 miles (53 km) northeast of McQueeney.
Area and Water Bodies
According to the United States Census Bureau, McQueeney covers a total area of about 11.8 square kilometers (4.6 square miles). Most of this area, about 10.8 square kilometers (4.2 square miles), is land. The remaining 1.0 square kilometer (0.4 square miles), or about 8.59% of the total area, is water. This water area includes parts of Lake McQueeney and the Guadalupe River.
People of McQueeney
Population Changes Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 2,527 | — | |
| 2010 | 2,545 | 0.7% | |
| 2020 | 2,397 | −5.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 1850–1900 1910 1920 1930 1940 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 |
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In 2000, there were 2,527 people living in McQueeney. By 2010, the population had slightly increased to 2,545 people. In the most recent census in 2020, the population was 2,397 people.
Diversity and Age Groups
In 2000, most of the people living in McQueeney were White. About 21% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The population was spread out across different age groups. About 23% of the people were under 18 years old. Around 14% were 65 years old or older. The average age in McQueeney was 40 years old.
Education in McQueeney
Students in McQueeney attend schools that are part of the Seguin Independent School District. This school district provides education for children and teens in the area.
Notable People from McQueeney
Alan Schoolcraft
Alan Schoolcraft was born in 1952. He used to be a member of the Texas House of Representatives. This means he was a politician who helped make laws for the state of Texas. Alan Schoolcraft has lived in McQueeney.
See also
In Spanish: McQueeney (Texas) para niños
