Watson, Arkansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Watson, Arkansas
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Location of Watson in Desha County, Arkansas.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Desha |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.20 sq mi (0.52 km2) |
| • Land | 0.20 sq mi (0.52 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 185 |
| • Density | 925.00/sq mi (357.51/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
71674
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| Area code(s) | 870 |
| FIPS code | 05-73550 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2405688 |
Watson is a small city located in Desha County, Arkansas, in the United States. It is a quiet place with a history tied to the local landscape and old railroad lines. In 2020, about 185 people lived there.
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Exploring the Delta Heritage Trail
A special trail called the Delta Heritage Trail passes right through Watson. This trail used to be a railroad line. In 1992, the Union Pacific Railroad stopped using this line. The land, which was about 73 miles (117 km) long, was given to the State of Arkansas.
Trail Construction and Nature Views
Parts of this old railroad line have been turned into the Delta Heritage Trail. The section of the trail near Watson is still being built. When finished, it will offer amazing views of nature. North of Watson, the trail goes through a wilderness area.
From the Yancopin Bridge, you can see the Arkansas River. From the Benzal Bridge, you can see the White River. Between these two bridges, the trail is planned to go through an old-growth hardwood forest. This forest is part of the Trusten Holder State Wildlife Management Area.
Watson's Location and Size
Watson is a very small city in terms of its area. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 0.2 square miles (0.52 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no lakes or large rivers within the city limits.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Watson has changed quite a bit over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 139 | — | |
| 1920 | 254 | 82.7% | |
| 1930 | 282 | 11.0% | |
| 1940 | 236 | −16.3% | |
| 1950 | 309 | 30.9% | |
| 1960 | 312 | 1.0% | |
| 1970 | 371 | 18.9% | |
| 1980 | 433 | 16.7% | |
| 1990 | 282 | −34.9% | |
| 2000 | 288 | 2.1% | |
| 2010 | 211 | −26.7% | |
| 2020 | 185 | −12.3% | |
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In 2020, the city had 185 residents. There were 115 households and 68 families living in Watson at that time.
Education in Watson
Students in Watson attend schools that are part of the McGehee School District.
History of School Districts
For many years, Watson had its own school district. In 1972, the Watson School District joined with another district to form the Delta Special School District. Later, on July 1, 2004, the Delta Special School District merged into the McGehee School District. This means students from Watson now go to schools within the McGehee system.
See also
In Spanish: Watson (Arkansas) para niños
