Stony Creek, Virginia facts for kids
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Stony Creek, Virginia
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Location of Stony Creek, Virginia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Sussex |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.58 sq mi (1.49 km2) |
| • Land | 0.58 sq mi (1.49 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 198 |
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(2019)
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178 |
| • Density | 309.03/sq mi (119.34/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
23882
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| Area code(s) | 434 |
| FIPS code | 51-75840 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1500170 |
Stony Creek is a small town located in Sussex County, Virginia, in the United States. It's a quiet place with a population of 198 people, according to the 2010 census.
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History of Stony Creek
Stony Creek has a connection to early transportation in Virginia.
Railroad Connections
Back in 1848, Stony Creek was an important stop along the Petersburg Railroad. This railroad helped people and goods travel across the region. Today, the old Petersburg Railroad line is part of the CSX railway system, which is still used for trains.
Historic Places
Two special places in Stony Creek are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important historical sites that are protected.
- Glenview: This is an old plantation house with a lot of history.
- Nottoway Archeological Site: This site is where archaeologists study the past by digging up old artifacts. It helps us learn about the people who lived there long ago.
Geography and Location
Stony Creek is located at 36°56′47″N 77°23′59″W / 36.94639°N 77.39972°W.
Size and Area
The town is quite small, covering about 0.6 square miles (1.5 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits.
Nearby Roads
Stony Creek is easy to reach because it's located right along Interstate 95. This is a major highway that runs through Virginia. You can get to Stony Creek from Exit 31 (which connects to VA 40) or Exit 33 (which connects to VSR 602). US 301 also runs nearby.
People and Population
The number of people living in Stony Creek has changed over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 345 | — | |
| 1930 | 465 | 34.8% | |
| 1940 | 493 | 6.0% | |
| 1950 | 482 | −2.2% | |
| 1960 | 437 | −9.3% | |
| 1970 | 430 | −1.6% | |
| 1980 | 329 | −23.5% | |
| 1990 | 271 | −17.6% | |
| 2000 | 202 | −25.5% | |
| 2010 | 198 | −2.0% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 178 | −10.1% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Population Details
In the year 2000, there were 202 people living in Stony Creek. The town had 99 households and 56 families. The population density was about 350 people per square mile.
Most of the people in Stony Creek were White (about 70%), and about 29% were African American. A small number of people were Asian.
Households and Age Groups
Out of the 99 households, about 16% had children under 18 living there. Many households (about 45%) were married couples. About 38% of households were individuals living alone.
The median age in Stony Creek in 2000 was 45 years old. This means half the population was younger than 45 and half was older. About 17% of the population was under 18, and about 21% was 65 or older.
Climate and Weather
Stony Creek has a specific type of weather pattern.
Humid Subtropical Climate
The climate in Stony Creek is known as a humid subtropical climate. This means the area has hot and humid summers. Winters are generally mild to cool. This type of climate is common in the southeastern United States.
| Climate data for Stony Creek, Virginia (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1960–present) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 83 (28) |
85 (29) |
92 (33) |
100 (38) |
98 (37) |
106 (41) |
105 (41) |
106 (41) |
105 (41) |
99 (37) |
85 (29) |
82 (28) |
106 (41) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 49.2 (9.6) |
53.1 (11.7) |
60.7 (15.9) |
71.4 (21.9) |
78.4 (25.8) |
85.6 (29.8) |
89.6 (32.0) |
87.3 (30.7) |
81.6 (27.6) |
71.4 (21.9) |
61.4 (16.3) |
52.8 (11.6) |
70.2 (21.2) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 38.0 (3.3) |
40.8 (4.9) |
47.7 (8.7) |
58.0 (14.4) |
66.3 (19.1) |
74.6 (23.7) |
78.7 (25.9) |
76.7 (24.8) |
70.4 (21.3) |
58.9 (14.9) |
48.7 (9.3) |
41.6 (5.3) |
58.4 (14.7) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 26.8 (−2.9) |
28.6 (−1.9) |
34.8 (1.6) |
44.6 (7.0) |
54.1 (12.3) |
63.6 (17.6) |
67.8 (19.9) |
66.0 (18.9) |
59.3 (15.2) |
46.5 (8.1) |
36.0 (2.2) |
30.5 (−0.8) |
46.6 (8.1) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −9 (−23) |
−6 (−21) |
10 (−12) |
20 (−7) |
27 (−3) |
38 (3) |
47 (8) |
42 (6) |
32 (0) |
18 (−8) |
11 (−12) |
2 (−17) |
−9 (−23) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 3.38 (86) |
2.83 (72) |
4.27 (108) |
3.40 (86) |
3.93 (100) |
4.51 (115) |
5.16 (131) |
4.80 (122) |
4.81 (122) |
3.84 (98) |
3.00 (76) |
3.67 (93) |
47.60 (1,209) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 1.9 (4.8) |
1.4 (3.6) |
0.5 (1.3) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.5 (1.3) |
4.3 (11) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 7.9 | 6.9 | 8.5 | 7.9 | 8.6 | 8.1 | 8.4 | 7.6 | 6.8 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7.4 | 91.0 |
| Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.4 | 2.4 |
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Images for kids
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Downtown Stony Creek
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Location of Stony Creek, Virginia
See also
In Spanish: Stony Creek (Virginia) para niños
