Mohegan Lake, New York facts for kids
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Mohegan Lake, New York
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St. George's Church in Mohegan Lake (2016)
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Location of Mohegan Lake, New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Westchester |
| Town | Yorktown |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.08 sq mi (7.98 km2) |
| • Land | 2.89 sq mi (7.48 km2) |
| • Water | 0.19 sq mi (0.50 km2) |
| Elevation | 522 ft (159 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 5,896 |
| • Density | 2,042.26/sq mi (788.51/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
10547
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| Area code(s) | 914 |
| FIPS code | 36-40689 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1852903 |
Mohegan Lake is a community in Westchester County, New York, in the United States. It's known as a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's a special area defined by the government for counting people.
The community is named after a private lake, also called Mohegan Lake. This lake has beaches, but sometimes they close for swimming. This happens if there are too many tiny plants called algae in the water, which can be harmful.
In the 1950s and 1960s, Mohegan Lake was a popular spot for summer vacations. Many people stayed in small holiday homes called bungalow colonies, like Skyview Colony and Lakeview Colony.
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What's in a Name? The Story of Mohegan Lake
The name "Lake Mohegan" was first used in 1859. This was done by William Jones, who owned a hotel on the east side of the lake.
The Mohegan were a group of Native Americans. They were connected to the Pequot tribe from Connecticut. Over time, they moved west. However, there's no sign that the Mohegan tribe ever lived near Mohegan Lake in Westchester County.
The way the name is used changed in the early 1970s. Before that, people usually called it "Lake Mohegan." Now, it's more commonly known as "Mohegan Lake." The United States Census Bureau still uses "Lake Mohegan" for the CDP. In 2010, about 6,010 people lived here.
Where is Mohegan Lake Located?
Mohegan Lake is found at coordinates 41.318568 degrees North and -73.848029 degrees West. The community covers a total area of about 3.1 square miles (7.98 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 2.9 square miles (7.48 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.2 square miles (0.50 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Mohegan Lake?
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| 2020 | 5,896 | — | |
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In 2000, there were 5,979 people living in Mohegan Lake. These people lived in 1,975 households, with 1,520 of them being families. The population was spread out, with many different age groups.
- About 28.8% of the people were under 18 years old.
- About 32.7% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 8.8% were 65 years or older.
The average age in Mohegan Lake was 35 years. Most households were married couples living together.
Historic Buildings and Places
Mohegan Lake has some interesting historic spots:
St. George's Church: A Historic Building
St. George's Church was built between 1911 and 1912. It was designed by architects Hewett & Bottomley in a style called Romanesque Revival. This style uses elements from old Roman buildings. The church was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 8, 2012. This means it's recognized as an important historical site.
St. Mary Church: Remembering a Military School
St. Mary Church has a special marker. This marker remembers the cadets (students) of the Mohegan Lake School. This school was a military academy for boys. It operated from 1880 to 1934. The church is the last remaining reminder that this school once existed in the area.
See also
In Spanish: Lake Mohegan para niños
