Bridgeport, Kansas
Bridgeport is an unincorporated community in southeastern Smoky View Township, Saline County, Kansas, United States. It is located south of Salina, along K-4 near Interstate 135, next to two abandoned railroads.
Bridgeport, Kansas | |
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Location within Saline County and Kansas | |
KDOT map of Saline County (legend) | |
Coordinates: 38°37′40″N 97°36′47″W | |
Country | United States |
State | Kansas |
County | Saline |
Elevation | 1,302 ft (397 m) |
Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
ZIP code | 67416 |
Area code | 785 |
History
A post office was opened in Bridgeport in 1879, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1976.[1]
Geography
The Smoky Hill River flows through the community.[2] Its elevation is 1,302 feet (397 m), and it is located at 38°37′40″N 97°36′47″W (38.6277833, -97.6130924).[3]
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.[4]
Demographics
As a part of Saline County, Bridgeport is a part of the Salina micropolitan area.[5]
Education
The community is served by Southeast of Saline USD 306 public school district.
References
- "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
- Update of Statistical Area Definitions and Guidance on Their Uses Archived 2008-11-17 at the Wayback Machine, Office of Management and Budget, 2007-11-20. Accessed 2008-08-14.
Further reading
External links
- Saline County Map, KDOT