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Zinc, Arkansas
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Zinc, Arkansas, October 1936
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Location of Zinc in Boone County, Arkansas.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Boone |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.75 sq mi (1.94 km2) |
| • Land | 0.75 sq mi (1.94 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 860 ft (260 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 92 |
| • Density | 122.50/sq mi (47.32/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
72601
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| Area code(s) | 870 |
| FIPS code | 05-77600 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406929 |
Zinc is a small town located in Boone County, Arkansas, United States. It is found near the eastern edge of the county. In 2020, the town had a population of 92 people. Zinc is part of the larger Harrison Micropolitan Statistical Area.
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Discovering Zinc's Past
The town of Zinc got its name from the zinc mining that took place in the area. Mining for zinc and lead started in the 1890s. It became very active during World War I (1914–1918).
A post office was opened in Zinc in 1900. The town officially became a town in 1904. In the 1920s, Zinc had several businesses and a school. However, a big flood in 1927 damaged many homes and businesses.
After the flood, the town's population began to shrink. In 1930, 188 people lived in Zinc. The last store in Zinc closed in the late 1960s. The post office closed its doors in 1975.
Understanding the Knights of the KKK in Zinc
In recent times, Zinc has become known as the base for a group called the Knights of the Ku Klux Klan (KKK). This group holds beliefs that are considered extreme by many. Organizations like the Anti-Defamation League and the Southern Poverty Law Center have identified it as a group that promotes hate.
Near Zinc, there is a "Christian Revival Center" linked to Thomas Robb. He is a leader of the Knights of the KKK. This center hosts events connected to the KKK. For example, in 2013, they held a "Klan Kamp" to teach people about their beliefs.
The KKK group near Zinc has also put up signs along highways. These signs display messages that are often seen as controversial.
In May 2022, a YouTuber named Niko Omilana visited Zinc and nearby Harrison. He made a video about his experiences while pretending to be a journalist. In his video, he interviewed Thomas Robb. During the interview, Robb unknowingly mentioned fake social media names that sounded like phrases such as "BLM."
Historic Places to Visit
Zinc is home to two important National Historic Sites. These are places recognized for their historical importance. They include the Elliott and Anna Barham House and the Zinc Swinging Bridge.
Zinc's Location and Landscape
Zinc is located at coordinates 36.285384 degrees North and -92.915419 degrees West. It is about nine miles east of Harrison, which is the county seat. The United States Census Bureau reports that the town covers about 0.752 square miles (1.94 square kilometers). Almost all of this area is land.
The town is situated in the Ozark region. Zinc has an elevation of about 879 feet (268 meters) above sea level.
Population Changes in Zinc
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 173 | — | |
| 1920 | 144 | −16.8% | |
| 1930 | 188 | 30.6% | |
| 1940 | 119 | −36.7% | |
| 1950 | 99 | −16.8% | |
| 1960 | 68 | −31.3% | |
| 1970 | 58 | −14.7% | |
| 1980 | 113 | 94.8% | |
| 1990 | 91 | −19.5% | |
| 2000 | 76 | −16.5% | |
| 2010 | 103 | 35.5% | |
| 2020 | 92 | −10.7% | |
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The population of Zinc has changed over the years. In 2010, there were 103 people living in the town. These people lived in 37 households, with 23 of them being families. The town's population density was about 39.1 people per square kilometer.
Most of the people living in Zinc in 2010 were White (88.3%). A small percentage were Black or African American (1%) or from two or more races (8.7%). About 1.9% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average household in Zinc had about 2.45 people. The average family size was about 2.79 people.
Zinc is part of the Bergman School District, along with the town of Bergman.
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Zinc, Arkansas, October 1936
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In Spanish: Zinc (Arkansas) para niños
