Walnut Creek, Ohio facts for kids
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Walnut Creek, Ohio
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US Post Office in Walnut Creek, Ohio.
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 Walnut Creek, Ohio
Location in Ohio
Walnut Creek, Ohio
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Holmes |
| Township | Walnut Creek |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.22 sq mi (5.76 km2) |
| • Land | 2.22 sq mi (5.76 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,106 ft (337 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 908 |
| • Density | 408.46/sq mi (157.68/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
44687
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| Area code(s) | 330 |
| FIPS code | 39-80612 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2628984 |
Walnut Creek is a small community in Holmes County, Ohio. It's a "census-designated place," which means it's a special area the government counts for population, but it's not officially a city or town with its own local government. In 2020, about 908 people lived here. Walnut Creek is a very popular spot for tourists because it's located in Ohio's Amish Country.
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History of Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek was first planned out in 1826. It was originally called New Carlisle. However, when a post office was opened in 1841, the name was changed to Walnut Creek.
Starting in the 1990s, local business leaders decided to give Walnut Creek a special look. They designed the town to have an "American-Victorian" theme. This style often includes lots of decoration, which is quite different from the simple style of the Amish community nearby.
Many businesses in Walnut Creek are made for visitors. They often have cozy "resting places" like porches with rocking chairs. This design helps people feel relaxed and like they have plenty of time to enjoy their visit. The town's main shopping area is easy to walk around. It has wide sidewalks connecting different shops, which adds to the calm, slow-paced feeling.
Geography and Location
Walnut Creek is located in the eastern part of Holmes County. It sits on top of a ridge that is about 200 feet high. To the north is Goose Creek, and to the south is Walnut Creek. All the water in this area eventually flows into the Tuscarawas River.
The community is found where two main roads meet: State Route 39 and State Route 515. Route 39 goes west about 11 miles to Millersburg, which is the main town of Holmes County. It goes east about 17 miles to New Philadelphia. Route 515 goes north about 6 miles to Winesburg.
The U.S. Census Bureau says that Walnut Creek covers an area of about 2.22 square miles (5.8 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with only a very small amount of water.
Population Information
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 878 | — | |
| 2020 | 908 | 3.4% | |
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The number of people living in Walnut Creek has grown slightly over the years. In 2010, the population was 878. By 2020, it had increased to 908 people.
Education and Learning
Children in Walnut Creek attend Walnut Creek Elementary School. This school is part of the East Holmes Local Schools district.
The community also has a public library. It is a branch of the Holmes County District Public Library, where people can borrow books and learn new things.
See also
In Spanish: Walnut Creek (Ohio) para niños
