Summertown, Tennessee facts for kids
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Summertown, Tennessee
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 Summertown, Tennessee
Location in Tennessee
Summertown, Tennessee
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Lawrence |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.011 sq mi (5.21 km2) |
| • Land | 2.011 sq mi (5.21 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 991 ft (302 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 866 |
| • Density | 430.6/sq mi (166.3/km2) |
| Time zone | Central (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | CDT |
| ZIP code |
38483
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| Area code(s) | 931 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1271843 |
| FIPS code | 47-72040 |
Summertown is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Lawrence County, Tennessee, United States. The population of Summertown was 866 at the 2010 census. The town has a ZIP Code of 38483. Some rural areas in neighboring Lewis and Maury counties also use a "Summertown" mailing address, but their population is not included in the Census figures.
Tornadoes
The Summertown area historical tornado activity is slightly above Tennessee state average. It is 108% greater than the overall U.S. average.
On April 16, 1998, an F-5 (max. wind speeds 261-318 mph) tornado right on Highway 43 in Summertown killed 3 people, injured 36 people and caused $13 million in damages.
On May 18, 1995, an F-4 (max. wind speeds 207-260 mph) tornado a mile away from Summertown killed 3 people, injured 32 people and caused between $500,000 and $5,000,000 in damages.
There have been several other tornadoes to come through Summertown but these are two of the worst.
Attractions and areas of interest
The following are located in or near Summertown:
- The Farm, an intentional community
- Plenty International, an environmental and human rights organization
- Stillhouse Hollow Falls State Natural Area, a Tennessee natural area
- Turtle Hill Sangha, a Nyingma Buddhist commune
- Spiral Ridge Permaculture, A permaculture education and research center, nursery and design firm.
Education
Summertown is home to two public schools. Summertown Elementary School educates students from kindergarten through 6th grade, while Summertown High School educates students from 7th through 12th grade. They both have an eagle as their mascot.
Summertown athletic programs have been historically competitive on the state level, with state championships in volleyball, tennis, golf, softball, and baseball.
See also
In Spanish: Summertown (Tennessee) para niños
