Springfield, South Dakota facts for kids
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Springfield, South Dakota
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Main Street (2010)
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Location in Bon Homme County and the state of South Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Dakota |
| Counties | Bon Homme |
| Founded | 1881 |
| Incorporated | February 21, 1881 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.03 sq mi (2.67 km2) |
| • Land | 1.03 sq mi (2.67 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,289 ft (393 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,914 |
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1,915 |
| • Density | 1,856.45/sq mi (716.83/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC–6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC–5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
57062
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| Area code(s) | 605 |
| FIPS code | 46-60660 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1267590 |
Springfield is a small city in Bon Homme County, South Dakota, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,914 people lived there. The city got its name because there were many natural springs in the area.
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Exploring Springfield's Location
Springfield is located in the state of South Dakota. The city covers about 1.01 square miles (2.6 square kilometers) of land.
It sits on the north shore of Lewis and Clark Lake. This large lake, about 31,000 acres, is part of the Missouri River.
Springfield's Population Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 235 | — | |
| 1890 | 302 | 28.5% | |
| 1900 | 525 | 73.8% | |
| 1910 | 675 | 28.6% | |
| 1920 | 719 | 6.5% | |
| 1930 | 881 | 22.5% | |
| 1940 | 667 | −24.3% | |
| 1950 | 801 | 20.1% | |
| 1960 | 1,194 | 49.1% | |
| 1970 | 1,566 | 31.2% | |
| 1980 | 1,377 | −12.1% | |
| 1990 | 834 | −39.4% | |
| 2000 | 792 | −5.0% | |
| 2010 | 1,989 | 151.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,914 | −3.8% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 1,915 | −3.7% | |
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The population of Springfield has changed a lot over the years. In 2010, there were 1,989 people living in the city. By 2020, the population was 1,914.
A big part of Springfield's population includes people living at the Mike Durfee State Prison. As of 2023, about 1,250 of the city's residents were adults living at this facility.
Mike Durfee State Prison: A Key Part of Springfield
Springfield is home to the Mike Durfee State Prison. It first opened in 1984 as Springfield State Prison. At first, it housed women from a prison in Yankton.
In 1985, the prison began to house men. By 1997, it became a facility only for men. The women were moved to another center in Pierre.
The prison was renamed in 1999 to honor Mike Durfee. He had worked there as an Assistant Warden and Director of Education. Later, he became a Deputy Director for the state's Department of Corrections.
Today, the prison holds about 1,250 adults. These are adults who are considered low to medium security. The prison is a very important employer for the people in the Springfield area.
Fun Things to Do in Springfield
Springfield is a great place for outdoor activities. Many people come here for hunting and fishing. These activities happen along the upper parts of Lewis and Clark Lake.
The South Dakota Department of Game, Fish, and Parks manages the Springfield State Recreation Area. This area has 20 campsites where you can stay. It also has a boat ramp for launching boats and a golf course. All these are located along the lake.
There is also Veteran's Memorial Park, which locals sometimes call Terrace Park. This park is on top of a bluff. From there, you can enjoy amazing views of Lewis and Clark Lake and the Missouri River.
Famous People from Springfield
- Maria Pearson, an activist from the Yankton Sioux tribe, was born in Springfield.
- Mel Tjeerdsma, who used to be the president of the American Football Coaches Association, grew up near Springfield.
See also
In Spanish: Springfield (Dakota del Sur) para niños
