Thane, Juneau facts for kids
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Thane, Alaska
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 Thane, Juneau
Location in Alaska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alaska |
| Borough | Juneau |
| Named for | Bartlett L. Thane |
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-9 (Alaska (AKST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-8 (AKDT) |
| Area code | 907 |
| FIPS code | 02-76700 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1410784 |
Thane is a small neighborhood in Juneau, the capital city of Alaska. It is located along the Gastineau Channel, about 1 mile (1.6 km) south of downtown Juneau. Thane has around 60 houses spread out over 5 miles (8 km). All the homes are on Thane Road, which ends about 6 miles (10 km) from downtown Juneau. There are no other streets in Thane. The area was named after Bartlett L. Thane, who was a manager for a mining company.
Thane is also important because the main power line for Juneau's electricity runs through it. This power line connects to the Snettisham hydroelectric dam. Sometimes, avalanches can hit this power line, causing power outages. Because of this, the local power company, Alaska Electric Light & Power, keeps backup diesel generators ready to use.
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History of Thane
Thane was first settled in 1881 because of mining activities nearby. After World War II, when mining slowed down, fewer people lived there. Today, Thane is mostly a residential area where people live.
Why is it Called Thane?
The community was named in 1914 for Bartlett L. Thane (1878–1927). He was the general manager of the Alaska Gastineau Mining Company, which had its main building in Thane. Bartlett L. Thane was born in California and moved to Alaska in 1897.
The area was originally called Sheep Creek by the miners. This name was even published on maps in 1901. However, the United States Board on Geographic Names later officially changed the name to Thane.
Who Lives in Thane?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 421 | — | |
| 1930 | 68 | −83.8% | |
| 1940 | 66 | −2.9% | |
| 1950 | 81 | 22.7% | |
| 1960 | 82 | 1.2% | |
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Thane first appeared in the U.S. Census in 1920 as a small, independent village. It was listed in the census until 1960. Soon after that, Thane became a part of Juneau.
Where is Thane Located?
Thane is on the eastern side of the Gastineau Channel. It is about 4 miles (6 km) southeast of Juneau. It is also about 6 miles (10 km) northwest of Point Salisbury, which is in the Coast Mountains.
Media in Thane
People in Thane can get radio and television broadcasts. These come either from satellites or from local stations in Juneau, Alaska.
