Ridgebury, Connecticut facts for kids
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Ridgebury, Connecticut
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Ridgebury Road; part of the historic Washington–Rochambeau Revolutionary Route
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 Ridgebury, Connecticut
Location in Connecticut
Ridgebury, Connecticut
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Fairfield |
| Town | Ridgefield |
| Area | |
| • Total | 14.23 km2 (5.49 sq mi) |
| • Land | 14.20 km2 (5.48 sq mi) |
| • Water | 0.02 km2 (0.008 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 191 m (627 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
06877 (Ridgefield)
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| Area code(s) | 203/475 |
| FIPS code | 09-63830 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2805961 |
Ridgebury is a small community located in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It is part of the larger town of Ridgefield. When we say it's a "census-designated place" (CDP), it means the U.S. Census Bureau has defined it as a specific area for gathering population data.
Ridgebury is in the northern part of Ridgefield. It shares its northern and northeastern borders with the city of Danbury. To the west, it borders Putnam and Westchester counties in New York. The name "Ridgebury" is a mix of "Ridgefield" and "Danbury."
History of Ridgebury
Ridgebury was first recognized as a CDP before the 2020 census. In its early days, the people of Ridgebury tried to become a separate town from Ridgefield. However, this effort was not successful.
Community Concerns
Today, some people in Ridgebury feel that the government of Ridgefield does not pay enough attention to their community. They believe that important repairs, especially for roads, are often overlooked. This has led to some disagreements between the residents of Ridgebury and the Ridgefield government.
Road Repairs and Local Issues
One of the biggest concerns for Ridgebury residents is the condition of their roads. They often see potholes, especially on Ridgebury Road. Many feel that the lack of road repairs is a major source of frustration. In October 2021, signs supporting the idea of Ridgebury becoming an independent town were seen around the area. This shows how strongly some residents feel about having more local control.
