Pohatcong Township, New Jersey facts for kids
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Pohatcong Township, New Jersey
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Springtown Stagecoach Inn, listed on the National Register of Historic Places
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Location of Pohatcong Township in Warren County highlighted in yellow (right). Inset map: Location of Warren County in New Jersey highlighted in black (left).
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Census Bureau map of Pohatcong Township, New Jersey
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 Pohatcong Township, New Jersey
Location in Warren County, New Jersey
Pohatcong Township, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Pohatcong Township, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  New Jersey |
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| County |  Warren |
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| Incorporated | January 1, 1882 | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Faulkner Act | |
| • Body | Township Council | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 13.76 sq mi (35.63 km2) | |
| • Land | 13.37 sq mi (34.63 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.39 sq mi (1.00 km2) 2.81% | |
| Area rank | 179th of 565 in state 13th of 22 in county |
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| Elevation | 253 ft (77 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,241 | |
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3,276 | |
| • Rank | 439th of 565 in state 12th of 22 in county |
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| • Density | 242.4/sq mi (93.6/km2) | |
| • Density rank | 492nd of 565 in state 13th of 22 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | |
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| Area code | 908 | |
| FIPS code | 34-59820 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 882254 | |
| School district | Phillipsburg School District | |
Pohatcong Township is a small community located in Warren County, in the state of New Jersey. It is known as a township, which is a type of local government area. In 2020, about 3,241 people lived here. The name Pohatcong comes from the Lenni Lenape Native American people. It means "stream between split hills."
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History of Pohatcong Township
Pohatcong Township became an official township on January 1, 1882. It was created from a part of Greenwich Township. The idea to form Pohatcong was introduced by Assemblyman William Fritts. The name "Pohatcong" comes from the Lenape Native Americans. They used this name to describe the area as a "split hills stream outlet." Later, in 1911, the busy, industrial part of the township became its own separate area called Alpha borough.
Geography and Location
Pohatcong Township covers about 13.76 square miles (35.63 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Communities within Pohatcong
Several smaller communities are located inside Pohatcong Township. These include Finesville and Upper Pohatcong. Other places you might find are Carpentersville, Hughesville, Huntington, Kennedys, Riegelsville, Springtown, Warren, and Warren Glen.
Neighboring Towns
Pohatcong Township shares its borders with several other towns. In Warren County, it borders Greenwich Township, Lopatcong Township, and Phillipsburg. In Hunterdon County, it borders Bethlehem Township, Bloomsbury, and Holland Township.
An interesting fact is that the borough of Alpha is completely surrounded by Pohatcong Township. This makes it one of 21 "doughnut towns" in New Jersey. A doughnut town is when one town completely wraps around another.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 1,483 | — | |
| 1900 | 2,215 | 49.4% | |
| 1910 | 3,202 | 44.6% | |
| 1920 | 1,559 | * | −51.3% |
| 1930 | 1,974 | 26.6% | |
| 1940 | 2,029 | 2.8% | |
| 1950 | 2,540 | 25.2% | |
| 1960 | 3,543 | 39.5% | |
| 1970 | 3,924 | 10.8% | |
| 1980 | 3,856 | −1.7% | |
| 1990 | 3,591 | −6.9% | |
| 2000 | 3,416 | −4.9% | |
| 2010 | 3,339 | −2.3% | |
| 2020 | 3,241 | −2.9% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 3,276 | −1.9% | |
| Population sources: 1890–1920 1890 1890–1910 1910–1930 1940–2000 2000 2010 2020 * = Lost territory in previous decade |
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In 2010, there were 3,339 people living in Pohatcong Township. There were 1,310 households, and 942 families. Most of the people living there were White (95.24%). About 1.59% were Black or African American, and 0.90% were Asian. About 3.47% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Pohatcong Township in 2010 was 42.8 years old. About 22.6% of the population was under 18 years old. About 14.9% were 65 years or older.
Economy and Business
The Phillipsburg Mall is a major shopping center located partly in Pohatcong Township. A large part of the mall, about 43 acres, is within the township. This part of the mall is very valuable, making it one of the most important businesses in the area.
Education in Pohatcong
Students in Pohatcong Township attend schools based on their grade level.
Elementary and Middle School
Younger students, from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, go to the Pohatcong Township School District. There is one school in the district, the Pohatcong Township Elementary School. In the 2018–19 school year, about 304 students were enrolled there.
High School
Students in ninth through twelfth grades attend Phillipsburg High School. This high school is located in Phillipsburg. It serves students from Pohatcong Township and several other nearby communities. These include Alpha, Bloomsbury, Greenwich Township, and Lopatcong Township.
Specialty Schools
Students from Pohatcong Township can also choose to attend other schools. These include the Ridge and Valley Charter School for grades K–8. For high school, students can go to Warren County Technical School. Special education services are also available through the Warren County Special Services School District.
Transportation and Roads
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Pohatcong Township has many roads that help people travel around. As of 2010, there were about 54.70 miles of roads. Most of these roads are maintained by the township itself.
Major Highways
Interstate 78 is the most important highway in Pohatcong. It runs through the middle of the township. U.S. Route 22 also runs along the eastern border. Route 122 passes through the northern parts of the township. County Route 519 is another important road.
Bridges
The Riegelsville Bridge connects Pohatcong to Riegelsville, Pennsylvania. This is a suspension bridge that crosses the Delaware River. The current bridge was opened in 1904.
Public Transport
For public transportation, Trans-Bridge Lines operates bus routes that connect Pohatcong Township to Easton, Pennsylvania. These are the New Jersey Transit 890 and 891 bus routes.
Railways
The Norfolk Southern Railway's Lehigh Line also runs through Pohatcong Township. This railway line used to be the main line for the Lehigh Valley Railroad. It continues on to Phillipsburg, New Jersey.
Places to Visit
Pohatcong Township has several historic sites that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These places are important because of their history, architecture, or industry.
- The George Hunt House was added to the list in 1979. It is known for its architecture.
- The Hixson–Skinner Mill Complex (also called Cole's Grist Mill Complex) was added in 1982. It is important for its history in business and industry.
- The Finesville–Seigletown Historic District was added in 2010. It is recognized for its architecture, engineering, and industry.
- The Hixson–Mixsell House, also known as the Springtown Stagecoach Inn, was added in 2014. It is significant for its architecture.
Images for kids
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George Hunt House
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Hixson–Skinner Mill Complex
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Finesville–Seigletown Historic District
Local Wineries
Pohatcong Township is home to a couple of wineries where grapes are grown and wine is made.
