Milford Square, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Milford Square, Pennsylvania
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Allentown Road at Milford Square Pike in Milford Square
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Location of Milford Square in Bucks County, Pennsylvania
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 Milford Square, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Milford Square, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Bucks |
| Township | Milford |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.92 sq mi (2.39 km2) |
| • Land | 0.92 sq mi (2.38 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,137 |
| • Density | 1,234.53/sq mi (476.78/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Codes |
18935 and 18951
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| Area code(s) | 215, 267 & 445 |
| FIPS code | 42-49440 |
Milford Square is a small community in Milford Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It's known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area that looks like a town but isn't officially a city or borough. It's located close to Trumbauersville along Route 663.
In 2020, about 1,137 people lived in Milford Square. Even though it's a small place, it has its own post office with the ZIP code 18935. However, some nearby areas use the Quakertown ZIP code, 18951.
Geography and Waterways
Milford Square is situated along the Unami Creek, which is also called Swamp Creek. This creek flows into the Perkiomen Creek, an important waterway in the region. These creeks are part of the larger network of rivers and streams in Pennsylvania.
A Glimpse into History
Milford Square has an interesting past. It was once known as Heistville. This name came from the Heist family, who were very important to the area. They owned and ran Achey's Mill, a local mill, and also lived in the miller's house, which they improved a lot.
Historic Bridges of Milford Square
Milford Square is home to some historic bridges. One of them is Campbell's Bridge, which was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. This means it's recognized as an important historical site.
Another special bridge is Achey's Bridge. This bridge was the first concrete-reinforced bridge ever built in America! It was designed by a famous person named Henry Mercer. Today, Achey's Bridge is on private property, so it's not open for everyone to visit.
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| 2020 | 1,137 | — | |
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See also
In Spanish: Milford Square para niños
