Seven Springs, North Carolina facts for kids
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Seven Springs, North Carolina
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 Seven Springs, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Wayne |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.34 sq mi (0.88 km2) |
| • Land | 0.34 sq mi (0.88 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 55 |
| • Density | 162.72/sq mi (62.77/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
28578
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| Area code(s) | 252 |
| FIPS code | 37-60540 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2407314 |
Seven Springs is a small town in Wayne County, North Carolina, United States. It is located right next to the Neuse River. In 2012, about 111 people lived there. The town is part of the larger Goldsboro, North Carolina area.
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History of Seven Springs
How the Town Started
The town was first officially created in 1855. It was called Whitehall back then. This name honored William Whitefield, a local landowner who had a home built in 1741.
The Civil War Battle
In December 1862, during the American Civil War, a battle took place near the town. It was called the Battle of White Hall.
Changing Names and a Resort
In 1881, the community was officially named White Hall again. That same year, a special hotel and resort opened. This resort attracted visitors to seven natural mineral springs nearby. People believed the water from these springs had health benefits. The resort stayed open until 1944. In 1951, the town changed its name to Seven Springs, which it is still called today.
Population Changes Over Time
Seven Springs had its largest population in 1960, with 207 residents. In 1999, Hurricane Floyd caused the Neuse River to flood badly. This flood caused the town's population to drop by half. More hurricanes, like Hurricane Matthew in 2016 and Hurricane Florence in 2018, also caused problems. By 2020, only 55 people lived in Seven Springs. Many shops on the main street were empty after these storms.
Geography of Seven Springs
Where Seven Springs Is Located
The United States Census Bureau says that Seven Springs covers about 0.3 square miles (0.8 square kilometers). All of this area is land. The town is located right along the Neuse River.
Population Facts
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 114 | — | |
| 1910 | 179 | 57.0% | |
| 1920 | 164 | −8.4% | |
| 1930 | 156 | −4.9% | |
| 1940 | 170 | 9.0% | |
| 1950 | 197 | 15.9% | |
| 1960 | 207 | 5.1% | |
| 1970 | 188 | −9.2% | |
| 1980 | 166 | −11.7% | |
| 1990 | 163 | −1.8% | |
| 2000 | 86 | −47.2% | |
| 2010 | 110 | 27.9% | |
| 2020 | 55 | −50.0% | |
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People Living in Seven Springs
According to the census from 2010, there were 110 people living in Seven Springs. These people lived in 43 homes, and 27 of these were families.
Most people in the town were White (81.8%). About 8.2% were African American.
Age Groups in Town
The people in Seven Springs were of different ages.
- 17.4% were under 18 years old.
- 4.7% were between 18 and 24.
- 20.9% were between 25 and 44.
- 23.3% were between 45 and 64.
- 33.7% were 65 years old or older.
The average age in the town was 50 years old.
Education in Seven Springs
Local Schools
The schools in Seven Springs are managed by the Wayne County Public Schools system. Two schools are located right in the community:
- Spring Creek Middle School
- Spring Creek High School
Higher Education Options
For students who want to continue their education after high school, Wayne Community College is available. It is located in Goldsboro, a nearby city.
See also
In Spanish: Seven Springs (Carolina del Norte) para niños
