Loogootee, Indiana
Loogootee (/ləˈɡoʊtiː/) is a city in Perry Township, Martin County, in the U.S. state of Indiana.[6] The population was 2,751 at the 2010 census.
Loogootee, Indiana | |
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 Looking down West Main Street from U.S. 231 | |
 Location of Loogootee in Martin County, Indiana. | |
| Coordinates: 38°40′35″N 86°54′53″W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Martin |
| Township | Perry |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Noel D Harty (D) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.57 sq mi (4.06 km2) |
| • Land | 1.56 sq mi (4.05 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) 0% |
| Elevation | 538 ft (164 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 2,751 |
| • Estimate (2019)[4] | 2,700 |
| • Density | 1,725.24/sq mi (666.17/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code | 47553 |
| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| FIPS code | 18-44910[5] |
| GNIS feature ID | 438296 |
| Website | www |
Etymology
Several etymologies of the place name have been proposed. One would make it an Anglicization of the French name Le Gaultier. However, the most likely explanation is that Loogootee is a compound word honoring both Thomas Lowe, engineer of the first train through the town; and Thomas Nesbe Gootee (1797–1870), owner of the land where the town was built.[7] However, the latter origin does not explain the presence of an identically named unincorporated village in Lone Grove Township, Fayette County, Illinois. Since Loogootee, Illinois, is due west of Loogootee, Indiana, there is a possibility that pioneers named their town in Illinois after the town they came from in Indiana.
History
Loogootee was established in 1853 when it was certain that a new railroad line would be extended to that point.[8][9] The post office at Loogootee has been in operation since 1857.[10]
Climate and geography
Geography
Loogootee is located at 38°40′35″N 86°54′53″W.[11]
According to the 2017 census, Loogootee has a total area of 1.574 square miles (4.08 km2), of which 1.57 square miles (4.07 km2) (or 99.75%) is land and 0.004 square miles (0.01 km2) (or 0.25%) is water.[12]
The city is located in the 8th District of Indiana (map) and served by U.S. Representative Larry Bucshon.
Climate
Loogootee has a humid continental climate (Köppen climate classification Dfa) Summers are hot and humid, winters are cool to cold. Average temperatures range from 19 degrees Fahrenheit to 68 °F (20 °C). On average, the warmest month is July. The highest recorded temperature was 104 °F (40 °C) in 1954. The average coolest month is January. The lowest recorded temperature was −23 °F (−31 °C) in 1994. The maximum average precipitation occurs in May.
| Climate data for Loogootee, Indiana | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 72 (22) |
77 (25) |
83 (28) |
90 (32) |
98 (37) |
102 (39) |
104 (40) |
100 (38) |
103 (39) |
92 (33) |
83 (28) |
77 (25) |
104 (40) |
| Average high °F (°C) | 38 (3) |
44 (7) |
54 (12) |
66 (19) |
75 (24) |
83 (28) |
86 (30) |
86 (30) |
80 (27) |
68 (20) |
55 (13) |
42 (6) |
65 (18) |
| Average low °F (°C) | 19 (−7) |
22 (−6) |
30 (−1) |
40 (4) |
50 (10) |
59 (15) |
63 (17) |
61 (16) |
53 (12) |
41 (5) |
33 (1) |
23 (−5) |
41 (5) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −23 (−31) |
−18 (−28) |
−9 (−23) |
14 (−10) |
27 (−3) |
37 (3) |
46 (8) |
42 (6) |
32 (0) |
16 (−9) |
0 (−18) |
−20 (−29) |
−23 (−31) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 3.16 (80) |
2.92 (74) |
4.27 (108) |
4.49 (114) |
5.60 (142) |
4.24 (108) |
4.74 (120) |
3.78 (96) |
3.36 (85) |
3.13 (80) |
4.47 (114) |
3.53 (90) |
47.69 (1,211) |
| Source: The Weather Channel.[13] | |||||||||||||
Demographics
| Historical population | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 748 | — | |
| 1880 | 885 | 18.3% | |
| 1890 | 988 | 11.6% | |
| 1900 | 1,382 | 39.9% | |
| 1910 | 2,154 | 55.9% | |
| 1920 | 2,385 | 10.7% | |
| 1930 | 2,203 | −7.6% | |
| 1940 | 2,325 | 5.5% | |
| 1950 | 2,424 | 4.3% | |
| 1960 | 2,858 | 17.9% | |
| 1970 | 2,953 | 3.3% | |
| 1980 | 3,100 | 5.0% | |
| 1990 | 2,884 | −7.0% | |
| 2000 | 2,741 | −5.0% | |
| 2010 | 2,751 | 0.4% | |
| Est. 2019 | 2,700 | [4] | −1.9% |
| U.S. Decennial Census[14] | |||
2017 census
As of the census[3] of 2017, there were 2,714 people, 1,206 households, and 709 families living in the city. The population density was 1,752.2 inhabitants per square mile (676.5/km2). There were 1,324 housing units at an average density of 843.3 per square mile (325.6/km2). The racial makeup of the city is 98% White, .8% Hispanic, .6% Two or More Races, .3% Asian, .2% American Indian, .1% Black.
There were 1,206 households, of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.4% were married couples living together, 11.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.2% were non-families. 37.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.95.
The median age in the city was 40.4 years. 23.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.4% were from 25 to 44; 28.1% were from 45 to 64; and 17.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.7% male and 52.3% female.
2000 census
As of the census[5] of 2000, there were 2,741 people, 1,226 households, and 712 families living in the city. The population density was 1,750.5 people per square mile (674.1/km2). There were 1,337 housing units at an average density of 853.8 per square mile (328.8/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 99.05% White, 0.04% African American, 0.11% Native American, 0.33% Asian, 0.04% from other races, and 0.44% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.40% of the population.
There were 1,226 households, out of which 67.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 83.4% were married couples living together, 5.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 11.9% were non-families. 10.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.20 and the average family size was 4.04.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 35.7% under the age of 18, 4.5% from 18 to 24, 22.6% from 25 to 44, 20.5% from 45 to 64, and 14.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.8 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,492, and the median income for a family was $37,625. Males had a median income of $30,660 versus $21,490 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,321. About 13.1% of families and 16.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.2% of those under age 18 and 10.7% of those age 65 or over.
Education and sports
Loogootee has three schools in its district: Loogootee Elementary (PreK-4), Loogootee Middle School (5-8), and Loogootee High School (9-12). The mascot is a lion. The school colors are black and old gold. The school song is "Washington and Lee Swing". Loogootee has a long-standing, proud tradition of high school basketball. It is the home of the winningest high school basketball coach in state history, Jack Butcher, who had a career record of 806-250 (all at Loogootee High School). Butcher led Loogootee basketball to two state finals appearances under the single-class state tournament (1970 & 1975). Loogootee's latest boys' basketball sectional title was in 2012, which began a run that ended with Loogootee High School's first state championship in any sport. Loogootee boasts rivalries with area schools, North Daviess and Barr-Reeve. The Lions own the all-time series against both schools, and the rivalry with Barr-Reeve has recently been considered the state's best high school rivalry by several media outlets. The boys' basketball program has had an impressive winning record for many years. In the past fifty years, only three seasons have finished with below .500 records. Loogootee's boys' tennis program has also gained notoriety after winning twelve straight sectional titles under the guidance of Coach Rick Graves. Additionally, the girls' tennis program won seven consecutive sectional titles from 2004-2010 under coach Mike Tippery. The volleyball team was state runner-up for three consecutive years (2005–2007)and also in 2012.
| School | Type | Enrollment | Mascot | Colors | IHSAA Class | Athletic Conference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loogootee High School | Public | 314 | Lions | A | Blue Chip Conference | |
The town has a lending library, the Loogootee Public Library.[15] The library is part of the Evergreen Indiana Library Consortium [16] and the eIndiana Digital Consortium[17], which allow members to obtain books and eBooks from any member library.
Notable people
- Nathan Kimball, brevet major general in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
- L. Brooks Patterson, county executive of Oakland County, Michigan.
- Carolyn Sherif, a social psychologist.
- Bobby Emmons, a Jiu Jitsu blackbelt and charitable comedian
Economy
A large number of the residents of Loogootee are employed with the federal government and government contractors at Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane Division.
Transportation
Loogootee is the point of intersection of two major US highways, U.S. Route 231 and U.S. Route 50
US Highways
Indiana State Roads (local references)
References
- "2019 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved July 16, 2020.
- "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. 2007-10-25. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
- "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2012-12-11.
- "Population and Housing Unit Estimates". United States Census Bureau. May 24, 2020. Retrieved May 27, 2020.
- "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
- "Loogootee, Indiana". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey. Retrieved 2017-06-25.
- Baker, Ronald L. (October 1995). From Needmore to Prosperity: Hoosier Place Names in Folklore and History. Indiana University Press. p. 34. ISBN 978-0-253-32866-3.
Loogootee apparently also comes from two personal names, Lowe and Gootee...
- Baker, Ronald L. (1 August 1984). Hoosier Folk Legends. Indiana University Press. p. 256. ISBN 0-253-20334-1.
- Blanchard, Charles (1898). History of the Catholic Church in Indiana ... A. W. Bowen & Company. p. 361.
- "Martin County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved June 25, 2017.
- "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. 2011-02-12. Retrieved 2011-04-23.
- "G001 - Geographic Identifiers - 2010 Census Summary File 1". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on 2020-02-13. Retrieved 2015-07-29.
- "MONTHLY AVERAGES for Loogootee, IN". The Weather Channel. Retrieved September 7, 2008.
- "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- "Indiana public library directory" (PDF). Indiana State Library. Retrieved 10 March 2018.
- "Evergreen Indiana Library System". Retrieved 11 April 2020.
- "eIndiana Digital Consortium". Retrieved 11 April 2020.
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