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Walworth, New York
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Location in Wayne County and the state of New York.
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 Walworth, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Wayne |
| Settled | 1799 |
| Established | April 20, 1829 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Board |
| Area | |
| • Total | 33.90 sq mi (87.79 km2) |
| • Land | 33.85 sq mi (87.68 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.11 km2) |
| Elevation | 571 ft (174 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 9,449 |
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(2016)
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9,269 |
| • Density | 273.80/sq mi (105.71/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
14568
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| Area code(s) | 315, 585 and 680 |
| FIPS code | 36-78102 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0979594 |
| Website | http://www.townofwalworthny.gov/ |
Walworth is a town located in Wayne County, New York, United States. It was named after Reuben Walworth, who was an important state official. In 2010, about 9,449 people lived here.
The Town of Walworth is found on the western edge of Wayne County. It is located just east of Rochester, New York. Walworth also has a smaller community, called a hamlet, which is also named Walworth.
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History of Walworth
Early Settlers and Growth
The first people to settle in Walworth arrived in 1799. Four brothers named Andrew, John, Samuel, and Daniel Millet came from Connecticut. They built the very first log cabins in what is now the Walworth hamlet.
Soon after, in 1800, Stephen and Daniel Douglas also moved to this area from Connecticut. Stephen Douglas built the first proper house made of wood. It was located at the main crossroads of the Walworth hamlet. For many years, the growing community was known as Douglas Corners.
Becoming a Town
The Town of Walworth was officially created on April 5, 1830. This happened when it was separated from the Town of Ontario. This change was made by the New York State Legislature on April 20, 1829. Walworth was the last town to be formed in Wayne County.
Important Contributions
A person from Walworth named Theron Yeomans brought Holstein cattle to the United States. He was also the first president of the Holstein-Friesian Association of America. Susan Cleveland, who was the sister of President Grover Cleveland, married into the Yeomans family.
In 1934, a big freeze damaged many of the fruit orchards in the town. This caused a large decrease in fruit farming in Walworth.
Geography of Walworth
Walworth covers a total area of about 33.9 square miles (87.79 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 33.8 square miles (87.68 square kilometers). Only a small part, about 0.04 square miles (0.11 square kilometers), is water.
The Town of Walworth shares its borders with several other towns:
- To the north, it borders Ontario.
- To the east, it borders Marion.
- To the south, it borders Macedon.
- To the west, it borders Penfield, which is in Monroe County.
Important roads that cross through Walworth include New York State Route 350 and New York State Route 441. These two roads meet in the town. Another east-west road is New York State Route 286. It runs north of NY-441 and also ends at NY-350.
Population of Walworth
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1830 | 1,781 | — | |
| 1840 | 1,734 | −2.6% | |
| 1850 | 1,981 | 14.2% | |
| 1860 | 2,097 | 5.9% | |
| 1870 | 2,236 | 6.6% | |
| 1880 | 2,338 | 4.6% | |
| 1890 | 2,195 | −6.1% | |
| 1900 | 2,137 | −2.6% | |
| 1910 | 2,187 | 2.3% | |
| 1920 | 1,997 | −8.7% | |
| 1930 | 2,047 | 2.5% | |
| 1940 | 1,956 | −4.4% | |
| 1950 | 2,336 | 19.4% | |
| 1960 | 2,782 | 19.1% | |
| 1970 | 4,584 | 64.8% | |
| 1980 | 5,281 | 15.2% | |
| 1990 | 6,945 | 31.5% | |
| 2000 | 8,402 | 21.0% | |
| 2010 | 9,449 | 12.5% | |
| 2016 (est.) | 9,269 | −1.9% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2010, the census showed that 9,949 people lived in Walworth. There were 3,356 households, and 2,694 of these were families. The town had about 278.7 people per square mile (105.71 people per square kilometer).
Most of the people in Walworth were White (96.5%). Other groups included Black (0.9%), Asian (0.8%), and Native American (0.1%). About 1.9% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
About 40.2% of households had people under 18 living there. Most households (69.0%) were married couples. The average household had 2.81 people, and the average family had 3.14 people.
The median age in Walworth was 39.5 years. About 30.4% of the population was under 20 years old. The median income for a household was $76,146. For families, the median income was $85,181.
Communities and Places in Walworth
- Gananda — This is a community that was planned and started in 1971. It is located near the southern border of the town.
- Huddle — A small community (hamlet) found in the southeast part of the town. It is on County Road 205, south of the main Walworth hamlet.
- Lincoln — Another hamlet located on County Road 201. It is near the western border of the town.
- Walworth — This is the main hamlet of Walworth. It is near the eastern town line, where NY-441 and County Roads 205 and 207 meet. It used to be called "Douglass Corners" after the two brothers who settled there in 1800.
- West Walworth — A hamlet on County Road 204, close to the western town line. It was settled around 1805 and was first known as Birch Bridge. The artist Charles Livingston Bull (1874–1932) was born here.
School Districts
Students in Walworth attend schools in three different school districts:
- Wayne Central
- Gananda Central
- Penfield Central
2024 Traffic Light Issue
What Happened
In late 2024, the traffic light at the main intersection of New York State Route 441 and Walworth-Ontario Road stopped working correctly. For several months, the light has been flashing red for cars going north and south on Walworth-Ontario Road. It flashes yellow for cars going east and west on Route 441.
This setup means that cars on Walworth-Ontario Road have to stop completely. However, cars on Route 441 only have to slow down and be careful. This has caused a lot of traffic delays for north-south drivers. It has also made people worried about safety because cars on Route 441 do not have to stop.
Why It's a Problem
Local people and commuters have complained about the broken light. The town has said they need a new light. However, they have also said there are delays because of problems getting the parts. People have suggested that the town borrow or buy a temporary light from nearby towns. But the town has not done this, which has made residents even more frustrated.
Effects of the Problem
- Safety Worries: People are concerned about crashes at the intersection. This is because cars on Route 441 do not have to stop, while others face delays.
- Longer Travel Times: The flashing light causes traffic jams for cars going north and south. This makes travel times much longer.
What the Town Says
Officials from Walworth have stated that a new traffic light has been ordered. However, they have not given a date for when it will be installed. They say the delay is because it's hard to get traffic light parts right now.
What's Next
As of November 2024, it is still unclear when the traffic light problem will be fixed. The issue has been talked about in town board meetings. But people are still unhappy, especially as winter weather makes driving conditions more difficult.
See also
In Spanish: Walworth (Nueva York) para niños
