Mount Hope, New Jersey facts for kids
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Mount Hope, New Jersey
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 Mount Hope, New Jersey
Location in Morris County, New Jersey
Mount Hope, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Mount Hope, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Morris |
| Township | Rockaway |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.31 sq mi (5.97 km2) |
| • Land | 2.20 sq mi (5.69 km2) |
| • Water | 0.11 sq mi (0.28 km2) |
| Elevation | 823 ft (251 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,930 |
| • Density | 1,332.42/sq mi (514.49/km2) |
| FIPS code | 34-48930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 878546 |
Mount Hope is a small community in New Jersey, a state in the United States. It is part of Rockaway Township in Morris County. Mount Hope is also known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area the government counts separately for population studies.
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History of Mount Hope
Mount Hope was once a village focused on mining iron. This mining was very important, especially during the American Revolutionary War.
Early Iron Mining
People started mining iron in Mount Hope around 1710. This mining continued for a very long time, almost without stopping, until the 1970s.
John Jacob Faesch was a key person in Mount Hope's history. In 1772, he built a stone furnace. This furnace helped turn Mount Hope into a major place for making iron. He managed the iron works until he passed away in 1799.
Growth and Changes
After John Jacob Faesch, different owners and managers ran the furnace. In 1831, a new company called The Mount Hope Mining Company was formed. This happened because the Morris Canal opened. The canal made it much easier to transport iron and other goods.
However, mining stopped for a few years, from 1893 to 1899. This was due to money problems and new, cheaper iron sources from other places.
Later Years and Closure
In 1900, Empire Steel & Iron Company bought the mine and started it up again. Other companies and partnerships continued the mining operations. Finally, the mine closed for good in 1979.
Important Places
The Mount Hope Miners' Church is a special building in the community. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2012. This means it's recognized for its important architecture, its role in social history, and its religious significance.
Population Information
The population of Mount Hope is counted by the United States census. This count helps us understand how many people live in the area.
Population in 2020
According to the 2020 United States census, the total population of Mount Hope was 2,930 people.
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| 2020 | 2,930 | — | |
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