Spokane Creek, Montana facts for kids
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Spokane Creek, Montana
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 Spokane Creek, Montana
Location in Montana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Montana |
| County | Broadwater |
| Area | |
| • Total | 17.29 sq mi (44.79 km2) |
| • Land | 17.29 sq mi (44.79 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,278 ft (1,304 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 430 |
| • Density | 24.87/sq mi (9.60/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| Area code(s) | 406 |
| FIPS code | 30-69900 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2583849 |
Spokane Creek is a small community in Broadwater County, Montana, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a special area created by the United States Census Bureau for counting people. In 2010, about 355 people lived there. By 2020, the population had grown to 430 people.
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Where is Spokane Creek Located?
Spokane Creek is found in the northwest part of Broadwater County. It's about 14 miles (23 km) east of Helena, which is the capital city of Montana.
Roads and Nearby Features
Two important roads, U.S. Route 12 and U.S. Route 287, pass right through Spokane Creek. These roads can take you west to Helena or southeast to Townsend, which is about 19 miles (31 km) away.
Just 3 miles (5 km) to the east of Spokane Creek, you'll find Canyon Ferry Lake. This large lake is a reservoir, which means it's a human-made lake that holds water. It's part of the Missouri River.
How Big is Spokane Creek?
According to the United States Census Bureau, the total area of Spokane Creek is about 17.3 square miles (44.8 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
Who Lives in Spokane Creek?
The number of people living in Spokane Creek has changed over time.
Population Changes
- In 2010, the population was 355 people.
- By 2020, the population had increased to 430 people.
This information comes from the U.S. Decennial Census, which counts everyone in the United States every ten years.
See also
In Spanish: Spokane Creek (Montana) para niños
