Bridgeport, Kansas
Bridgeport, Kansas | |
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![]() Location within Saline County and Kansas | |
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Coordinates: 38°37′40″N 97°36′47″W / 38.62778°N 97.61306°WCoordinates: 38°37′40″N 97°36′47″W / 38.62778°N 97.61306°W | |
Country | United States |
State | Kansas |
County | Saline |
Elevation | 1,302 ft (397 m) |
Population | |
• Total | 64 |
Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
ZIP code | 67416 |
Area code | 785 |
FIPS code | 20-08450 |
GNIS ID | 476951 |
Bridgeport is an unincorporated community in Smoky View Township, Saline County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the community and nearby areas was 64.[1] It is located south of Salina, along K-4 near Interstate 135.
History[]
A post office was opened in Bridgeport in 1879, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1976.[2]
Two railroads previously ran through Bridgeport, but were later abandoned.
Geography[]
The Smoky Hill River flows through the community.[3] Its elevation is 1,302 feet (397 m), and it is located at 38°37′40″N 97°36′47″W / 38.62778°N 97.61306°W (38.6277833, -97.6130924).[4]
Climate[]
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Bridgeport has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[5]
Demographics[]
Historical population | |||
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Census | Pop. | %± | |
2020 | 64 | — | |
U.S. Decennial Census |
For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined Bridgeport as a census-designated place (CDP). Also, this community is a part of the Salina micropolitan area.
Education[]
The community is served by Southeast of Saline USD 306 public school district.
References[]
- ^ a b "Profile of Bridgeport, Kansas (CDP) in 2020". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on November 13, 2021. Retrieved November 13, 2021.
- ^ "Kansas Post Offices, 1828-1961". Kansas Historical Society. Archived from the original on October 9, 2013. Retrieved 23 June 2014.
- ^ DeLorme. Kansas Atlas & Gazetteer. 4th ed. Yarmouth: DeLorme, 2009, 48. ISBN 0-89933-342-7.
- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Bridgeport, Kansas
- ^ Climate Summary for Bridgeport, Kansas
Further reading[]
External links[]
- Unincorporated communities in Saline County, Kansas
- Unincorporated communities in Kansas
- 1879 establishments in Kansas
- Populated places established in 1879