Wallace Ridge, Louisiana facts for kids
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Wallace Ridge, Louisiana
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| Hamlet of Wallace Ridge | |
 Wallace Ridge, Louisiana
Location in Louisiana
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Louisiana |
| Parish | Catahoula |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.47 sq mi (19.33 km2) |
| • Land | 7.00 sq mi (18.13 km2) |
| • Water | 0.46 sq mi (1.20 km2) |
| Elevation | 60 ft (20 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 572 |
| • Density | 81.70/sq mi (31.54/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CST) |
| ZIP Codes |
71343
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| Area Code | 318 |
| FIPS code | 22-79310 |
Wallace Ridge is a small community located in Catahoula Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is known as a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for population and statistics, even though it's not officially a city or town with its own local government.
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About Wallace Ridge
Wallace Ridge is found in the northeastern part of Catahoula Parish. It sits on the west side of the Ouachita River, which is an important waterway in the region. The community itself is built on higher ground, especially the older parts of Wallace Ridge.
Lakes and Waterways
Two interesting lakes are part of the Wallace Ridge area.
- Tew Lake is in the northern part of the community. It used to be a channel of the Ouachita River. Over time, the river changed its path, leaving Tew Lake behind. This type of lake is called an "oxbow lake" because of its curved shape, like the U-shaped collar worn by an ox.
- Wallace Lake is another oxbow lake that borders the southern part of the community. These lakes are often home to various plants and animals.
Roads and Nearby Towns
Louisiana State Highway 124 is a main road that goes right through Wallace Ridge.
- If you travel north on Highway 124 for about 5 miles (8 kilometers), you'll reach Harrisonburg. This town is important because it's the "parish seat" for Catahoula Parish. A parish seat is like a county seat, where the main government offices are located.
- If you go south on Highway 124 for about 4 miles (6.4 kilometers), you'll arrive at Jonesville. This is the largest town in Catahoula Parish.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Wallace Ridge changes over time.
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| 2020 | 572 | — | |
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According to the 2010 census, there were 710 people living in Wallace Ridge. By the 2020 census, the population was 572 people. A census is a count of the population that happens every ten years in the United States.
See also
In Spanish: Wallace Ridge para niños
