Norvell Township, Michigan facts for kids
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Norvell Township, Michigan
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Norvell Township Hall
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Location within Jackson County (red) and an administered portion of the Vineyard Lake community (pink)
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 Norvell Township, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Norvell Township, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Jackson |
| Established | 1894 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 32.16 sq mi (83.3 km2) |
| • Land | 29.53 sq mi (76.5 km2) |
| • Water | 2.63 sq mi (6.8 km2) |
| Elevation | 925 ft (282 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,800 |
| • Density | 87.1/sq mi (33.6/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) | |
| Area code(s) | 517 |
| FIPS code | 26-59180 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1626820 |
Norvell Township is a community in Jackson County, Michigan, in the United States. About 2,800 people lived here in 2020. The township is named after John Norvell, who was one of Michigan's first U.S. senators.
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Communities in Norvell Township
Norvell Township is home to a few smaller communities:
- Norvell is a small, unincorporated community within the township. It is located where Norvell Lake flows into the River Raisin. The first white settler, William Hunt, arrived here in 1831. A post office opened in 1838. Later, in 1878, it became a stop on the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway. This community was also named after John Norvell.
- Vineyard Lake is another unincorporated community. It is also a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's an area identified by the census bureau for statistical purposes. This community is partly in Norvell Township and partly in Columbia Township.
Schools Serving Norvell Township
Students in Norvell Township attend schools in two different districts:
- Columbia School District
- Grass Lake School District
Fun Things to Do in Norvell Township
Norvell Township offers several places for recreation and outdoor activities:
- Watkins Lake State Park and County Preserve: A beautiful park where you can enjoy nature.
- Camp O' the Hills Girl Scouts Camp: A camp specifically for Girl Scouts.
- Camp Liberty: This camp helps U.S. military service members, veterans, and their families. It offers outdoor programs to help them adjust back to civilian life, especially those dealing with post-traumatic stress and brain injuries.
- Hollerfest: A fun, family-friendly festival held at Frog Holler Farm. It celebrates local music, food, and community spirit.
Geography of Norvell Township
Norvell Township covers about 32.16 square miles (83.3 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 29.53 square miles (76.5 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 2.63 square miles (6.8 square kilometers), is water.
The township is located in the southeast corner of Jackson County. To its east is Washtenaw County, and to its south is Lenawee County. It is about 15 miles (24 kilometers) southeast of Jackson, which is the main city in Jackson County.
A significant part of Watkins Lake State Park and County Preserve, about 717 acres (290 hectares), is located within Norvell Township. This land is managed by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Population and People
In 2020, Norvell Township had a population of 2,800 people.
In 2000, there were 2,922 people living in the township. About 24% of the population was under 18 years old. Around 14% of the people were 65 years or older. The average age in the township was 41 years old.
Images for kids
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Norvell General Store
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Norvell Lake
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US Post Office
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Community Baptist Church
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Norvell para niños
