Wagon Mound, New Mexico facts for kids
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Wagon Mound, New Mexico
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 Wagon Mound, New Mexico
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Mora |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.01 sq mi (2.62 km2) |
| • Land | 1.01 sq mi (2.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 6,201 ft (1,890 m) |
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| • Total | 266 |
| • Density | 262.85/sq mi (101.52/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−07:00 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−06:00 (MDT) |
| ZIP Codes |
87735, 87752
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| Area code(s) | 575 |
| FIPS code | 35-83340 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0915913 |
Wagon Mound is a small village located in Mora County, New Mexico, United States. It gets its name from a nearby butte (a flat-topped hill) that looks like a covered wagon. This natural landmark was very important for early travelers on the Santa Fe Trail.
The village was once a lonely ranch that helped traders and wagon trains. People say the shape of the butte reminds them of a Conestoga wagon, which was a common type of covered wagon. In 2020, about 266 people lived here. For many years, the village was also known as Santa Clara.
Wagon Mound is found on the wide plains of northeastern New Mexico. You can see many brightly painted houses and shops there. Interstate 25 runs along the west side of town, giving a good view of the village. While Wagon Mound is not growing very fast, new buildings have appeared near the interstate.
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Where is Wagon Mound Located?
Wagon Mound is located in New Mexico at 36°0′26″N 104°42′26″W / 36.00722°N 104.70722°W. It covers about 1 square mile (2.6 square kilometers) of land. All of this area is dry land, with no water.
How Many People Live in Wagon Mound?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 875 | — | |
| 1930 | 852 | −2.6% | |
| 1940 | 979 | 14.9% | |
| 1950 | 1,120 | 14.4% | |
| 1960 | 760 | −32.1% | |
| 1970 | 630 | −17.1% | |
| 1980 | 416 | −34.0% | |
| 1990 | 319 | −23.3% | |
| 2000 | 369 | 15.7% | |
| 2010 | 314 | −14.9% | |
| 2020 | 266 | −15.3% | |
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The number of people living in Wagon Mound has changed over the years. In 1950, it had its largest population with 1,120 residents. By 2020, the population was 266.
In 2000, there were 369 people living in the village. Most of the people living there were of Hispanic or Latino background. About 23% of the people were under 18 years old, and about 23% were 65 or older.
Learning in Wagon Mound
Wagon Mound has its own school system called Wagon Mound Public Schools. This school teaches students from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. The number of students at the school has been going down over time. In the 2008–2009 school year, there were about 67 students.
The school works with Luna Community College in Las Vegas, New Mexico. This partnership helps students get a head start on college by earning college credits while still in high school.
Famous People from Wagon Mound
Some notable people have come from Wagon Mound:
- Hector Balderas – He served as the Attorney General for New Mexico.
- Edward Chávez – A well-known painter.
The 1930 Tornado Event
On May 31, 1930, a powerful tornado hit Wagon Mound. It caused significant damage, including destroying an auto repair garage. This tornado was one of the most impactful tornadoes ever recorded in New Mexico.
Gallery
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Wagon Mound Scenic Marker
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Santa Clara Catholic Church
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Santa Clara Cemetery
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Wagon Mound from Santa Clara Cemetery
See also
In Spanish: Wagon Mound para niños
