Wingdale, New York facts for kids
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Wingdale, New York
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Northbound NY 22 and eastbound NY 55 as they pass through Wingdale
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 Wingdale, New York
Location in New York
Wingdale, New York
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Dutchess |
| Town | Dover |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.60 sq mi (6.73 km2) |
| • Land | 2.57 sq mi (6.65 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.08 km2) |
| Elevation | 425 ft (130 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,051 |
| • Density | 409.43/sq mi (158.11/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
12594
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| Area code(s) | 845 |
| FIPS code | 36-82579 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2806935 |
Wingdale is a small community in Dutchess County, New York, United States. It is known as a hamlet, which is a small settlement, and also a census-designated place (CDP). A CDP is an area that looks like a town but isn't officially governed as one. Wingdale was first recognized as a CDP before the 2020 census.
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Where is Wingdale Located?
Wingdale is found in the southeastern part of Dutchess County. It is in the southern area of a larger town called Dover. The main part of Wingdale hamlet is in the north of the CDP.
Natural Features of Wingdale
The Swamp River flows through the middle of Wingdale. This river flows north and eventually joins the Tenmile River. The Tenmile River is part of the Housatonic River system. This means water from Wingdale eventually reaches the Housatonic River.
Roads and Transportation in Wingdale
Two main roads pass through Wingdale. New York State Route 22 runs east of the hamlet. This highway goes north to Dover Plains and south to Pawling, both about 7 miles away.
New York State Route 55 also runs through Wingdale. It joins with NY 22 for a short distance. Then, Route 55 turns east and leads about 6 miles to Gaylordsville, Connecticut. Wingdale is about 21 miles east of Poughkeepsie and 23 miles northwest of Danbury, Connecticut.
Train Access in Wingdale
The Metro-North Railroad has a station called Harlem Valley–Wingdale station. This train station is located in the southern part of the CDP. It is found between the Evangelical Center and the Harlem Valley Golf Course.
What is the Population of Wingdale?
According to the 2020 census, Wingdale had a population of 1,051 people.
Fun Things to Know About Wingdale
Wingdale was once home to a famous place called the Dover Drag Strip. This was a special track where people raced cars very fast. The Dover Drag Strip was open from 1961 to 1976.
