Wells, Kansas

Unincorporated community in Ottawa County, Kansas
Unincorporated community in Kansas, United States
39°08′21″N 97°33′04″W / 39.13917°N 97.55111°W / 39.13917; -97.55111[1]CountryUnited StatesStateKansasCountyOttawaElevation1,371 ft (418 m)Population
 (2020)[2]
 • Total45Time zoneUTC-6 (CST) • Summer (DST)UTC-5 (CDT)Area code785FIPS code20-76550GNIS ID2804518[1]

Wells is an unincorporated community in Ottawa County, Kansas, United States.[1] As of the 2020 census, the population of the community and nearby areas was 45.[2]

History

The first post office in Wells was established in 1888 and was called Poe until 1892. It remained in operation until it closed in 1996.[3]

Demographics

Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
202045—
U.S. Decennial Census

For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined Wells as a census-designated place (CDP).

Education

The community is served by North Ottawa County USD 239 public school district.

References

  1. ^ a b c d U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Wells, Kansas
  2. ^ a b "Profile of Wells, Kansas (CDP) in 2020". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on December 12, 2021. Retrieved December 12, 2021.
  3. ^ "Kansas Post Offices, 1828-1961". Kansas Historical Society. Archived from the original on October 9, 2013. Retrieved June 22, 2014.

Further reading

External links

  • Ottawa County maps: Current, Historic, KDOT
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