North Utica, Illinois facts for kids
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North Utica, Illinois
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| North Utica | |
Looking north through Utica
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| Motto(s):
"Historical Past Promising Future"
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Location of North Utica in LaSalle County, Illinois.
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Location of Illinois in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | LaSalle |
| Township | Utica |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.47 sq mi (8.98 km2) |
| • Land | 3.46 sq mi (8.95 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 614 ft (187 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,323 |
| • Density | 382.92/sq mi (147.84/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code(s) |
61373
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| Area codes | 815 and 779 |
| FIPS code | 17-54222 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2399524 |
| Wikimedia Commons | North Utica, Illinois |
| Website | www.utica-il.gov |
North Utica, often called Utica, is a small village in Illinois. It is located in LaSalle County. In 2020, about 1,323 people lived there.
Even though its official name is North Utica, many signs and local people call it Utica. This is because Utica was its original name. It is part of the Ottawa area.
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Village History
The first town of Utica was built near the Illinois River in the 1830s. But floods and the building of the Illinois and Michigan Canal caused the village to move. The new village was then called North Utica.
The 2004 Tornado
On April 20, 2004, a very strong tornado hit Utica. It was an F3 tornado, which means it was very powerful. The tornado caused a lot of damage to the downtown area. It cost about $8 million to repair everything. Sadly, eight people lost their lives because of the storm.
Fire at Grand Bear Resort
In 2022, a fire happened at the Grand Bear Resort. This resort is near Starved Rock State Park. The fire damaged 28 cabins that people owned. However, the main lodge, waterpark, and most other cabins were not affected.
Geography of North Utica
North Utica is a village in Illinois. It covers an area of about 3.47 square miles (8.98 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 3.46 square miles (8.95 square kilometers). A very small part, about 0.01 square miles (0.03 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in North Utica
In 2020, there were 1,323 people living in North Utica. There were 449 households, which are groups of people living together. About 330 of these were families.
- About 29.8% of households had children under 18 years old.
- Most households (61.69%) were married couples.
- The average age of people in the village was about 46.2 years old.
- The average household had about 2.89 people.
The average income for a household in the village was $87,946. For families, it was $98,750. A small number of people, about 2.7% of the population, lived below the poverty line.
Fun Things to Do
North Utica has several fun places to visit.
- Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort: This resort offers a waterpark and other activities.
- Starved Rock Entertainment Indoor Playland and Escape Rooms: A great place for games and puzzles.
- Starved Rock State Park: A beautiful park known for its canyons and waterfalls.
Utica also hosts the annual Burgoo Festival every October. This festival is a special event that helps raise money for the LaSalle County Historical Society.
Getting Around
North Utica does not have its own public bus system. However, you can find intercity bus service nearby. Burlington Trailways offers bus services in Peru, which is a short distance away.
Famous People
Some notable people have connections to North Utica:
- Leo Cahill: A professional football coach and executive.
- George M. Reynolds: An Illinois state senator and a businessman.
See also
In Spanish: North Utica (Illinois) para niños
