Ogemaw Township, Michigan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ogemaw Township, Michigan
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Ogemaw Township Hall
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Location within Ogemaw County
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 Ogemaw Township, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Ogemaw Township, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Ogemaw |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.40 sq mi (94.28 km2) |
| • Land | 36.30 sq mi (94.02 km2) |
| • Water | 0.10 sq mi (0.26 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,230 ft (375 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,154 |
| • Density | 31.703/sq mi (12.240/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
48661 (West Branch)
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| Area code(s) | 989 |
| FIPS code | 26-60300 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1626839 |
Ogemaw Township (pronounced OH-gə-maw) is a local government area in Ogemaw County, Michigan, in the United States. It is known as a civil township, which is a type of community that helps manage local services and land. According to the 2020 census, about 1,154 people live in Ogemaw Township.
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Exploring Ogemaw Township Communities
Ogemaw Springs: A Historic Spot
Ogemaw Springs is a special place within the township. It is an unincorporated community, meaning it does not have its own separate city government. This community is located at coordinates 44°18′13″N 84°17′33″W.
Ogemaw Springs was one of the very first settlements in Ogemaw County. It even had its own post office from 1873 to 1893. The area is famous for a small natural spring. Because of its history and natural feature, Ogemaw Springs is listed as a Michigan State Historic Site. This means it is recognized as an important place in Michigan's past.
Geography of Ogemaw Township
Ogemaw Township covers a total area of about 36.40 square miles (94.28 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 36.30 square miles (94.02 square kilometers), is land. A small part, about 0.10 square miles (0.26 square kilometers), is water. This water makes up about 0.27% of the township's total area.
Population and People
In 2020, the population of Ogemaw Township was 1,154 people. This number helps us understand how many residents call this township home.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Ogemaw para niños
