Talladega Springs, Alabama facts for kids
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Talladega Springs, Alabama
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Location of Talladega Springs in Talladega County, Alabama.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Talladega |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.24 sq mi (3.22 km2) |
| • Land | 1.23 sq mi (3.19 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 430 ft (131 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 144 |
| • Density | 116.98/sq mi (45.18/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 01-74616 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0153640 |
Talladega Springs is a small town in Talladega County, Alabama, United States. In 2020, about 144 people lived there.
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A Look Back at Talladega Springs' Past
Talladega Springs was once known as Sulphur Springs. It got its current name in 1845. The town officially became a town in 1913.
A Popular Resort Town
Long ago, Talladega Springs was a popular place for people to visit. They came to drink the water from the springs. This water had a lot of sulfur and people believed it could help them feel better.
The town had many things for visitors. There was a big hotel with a swimming pool. It also had a bank, a pharmacy, and a post office. There was even a small town jail with two cells.
Local Businesses and Travel
Talladega Springs also had a grist mill, which grinds grain. There was a sawmill for cutting wood. Interestingly, it even had a Coca-Cola bottling plant! Trains would bring travelers to the town several times a day.
What Remains Today
In the early 1900s, fewer people came to visit. The town became much smaller. Today, you can still see some old parts of Talladega Springs. You might find the foundations of the old hotel. There's also a cracked cement pool and the walls of the hotel's smokehouse. The old jail is still there too.
Fort Williams' Location
Near Talladega Springs, there was once a place called Fort Williams. This fort was used during the Creek War. It was a place where Native Americans could get help and supplies. Later, this area was covered by water when Lay Lake was built.
Where is Talladega Springs?
Talladega Springs is located in Alabama. It sits at coordinates 33.120713 degrees North and -86.445266 degrees West.
Town Size and Water
The town covers a total area of about 3.2 square kilometers (1.24 square miles). Most of this area is land. A very small part, about 0.03 square kilometers (0.01 square miles), is water.
Who Lives in Talladega Springs?
The number of people living in Talladega Springs has changed over the years. Here's how the population has looked:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 257 | — | |
| 1930 | 118 | −54.1% | |
| 1940 | 150 | 27.1% | |
| 1950 | 222 | 48.0% | |
| 1960 | 177 | −20.3% | |
| 1970 | 143 | −19.2% | |
| 1980 | 196 | 37.1% | |
| 1990 | 148 | −24.5% | |
| 2000 | 124 | −16.2% | |
| 2010 | 166 | 33.9% | |
| 2020 | 144 | −13.3% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2013 Estimate |
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Population Details from 2000
In 2000, there were 124 people living in the town. They lived in 57 homes, and 38 of these were families. The town had about 99.7 people per square mile.
Most people in 2000 were White (91.13%). Some were Black or African American (6.45%). A small number were Native American (0.81%) or from two or more races (1.61%). About 1.61% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Age Groups
Out of the 57 homes, about 26.3% had children under 18 living there. Most homes (61.4%) had married couples. About 33.3% of homes were single people living alone.
The average home had 2.18 people. The average family had 2.76 people. In terms of age, about 21% of the population was under 18. About 20.2% were 65 years or older. The average age in the town was 39 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Talladega Springs para niños
