Where is Hazardville Located? - Hazardville is a city located in the Hartford County of Connecticut, United States. Hazardville lies between 26.7153 Degrees North latitudes and 80.0534 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Hazardville Located?
Hazardville is a city located in the Hartford County of Connecticut, United States. Hazardville lies between 26.7153 Degrees North latitudes and 80.0534 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Hazardville city is 6870 people and the city has a total area of 3.29 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Hazardville, Connecticut Quick Facts
| Property | Information |
|---|---|
| City | Hazardville (Village/CDP) |
| County | Hartford County |
| State | Connecticut |
| State Capital | Hartford |
| US Region | Northeastern United States |
| Latitude | 41.9836° N |
| Longitude | 72.5448° W |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Land Area | 4.05 sq mi |
| Water Area | 0.06 sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.11 sq mi |
| Population (latest Census year) | 4,990 (2020 Census) |
| Population Density (per sq mi) | 1,232 |
| ZIP Codes | 06082 |
| Area Code | 860, 959 |
| Time Zone Standard | Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5) |
| Time Zone Daylight | Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4) |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 09-36480 |
| Congressional District | Connecticut's 2nd Congressional District |
Transportation and Connectivity in Hazardville, Connecticut
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bradley International Airport |
| IATA Code | BDL |
| Port | Not Applicable |
| Major Highways | U.S. Route 5, Connecticut Route 190, Interstate 91 (nearby) |
| Train/Amtrak Service | No passenger rail service in Hazardville; nearest Amtrak station is Windsor Locks |
| Local Bus/Transit Service | CTtransit Hartford regional bus service (nearby) |
- U.S. Route 5 - Connects Hazardville with Enfield, Springfield, and Hartford.
- Connecticut Route 190 - East-west highway linking Hazardville with Somers and the Connecticut River communities.
- Interstate 91 - Major north-south interstate located west of Hazardville, providing access to Hartford, New Haven, and Springfield.
Top Places to Visit in Hazardville, Connecticut
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Powder Hollow Park | Park |
| Hazardville Historic District | Historic District |
| Scantic River State Park | State Park |
| Connecticut Trolley Museum | Museum |
| Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine | Historic Site |
| Enfield Shaker Museum | Museum |
| Freshwater Pond Park | Park |
| Grassmere Country Club | Golf Course |
| Scantic River Linear Park | Nature Area |
| Powder Mill Brook Conservation Area | Nature Preserve |
Driving Distances from Hazardville, Connecticut to Nearby Cities
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enfield | Connecticut | 3 | 8 min |
| Somers | Connecticut | 7 | 12 min |
| Windsor Locks | Connecticut | 8 | 15 min |
| East Windsor | Connecticut | 9 | 15 min |
| Longmeadow | Massachusetts | 8 | 15 min |
| Springfield | Massachusetts | 12 | 20 min |
| West Springfield | Massachusetts | 14 | 22 min |
| Hartford | Connecticut | 22 | 30 min |
| Chicopee | Massachusetts | 17 | 25 min |
| Westfield | Massachusetts | 24 | 35 min |
Colleges and Universities in Hazardville, Connecticut
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asnuntuck Community College | Public | Community College | Career and transfer education |
| University of Hartford | Private | University | Engineering and business programs |
| Western New England University | Private | University | Law and engineering education |
| Springfield College | Private | University | Health sciences and education |
| Enfield Public Schools | Public | K–12 District | Primary and secondary public education |
Waterbodies in Hazardville, Connecticut
Scantic River, Freshwater Brook, Powder Hollow Brook, Connecticut River, Broad Brook, Freshwater Pond, Masacksic Brook, Stony Brook.
Golf Courses in Hazardville, Connecticut
Grassmere Country Club, Cedar Knob Golf Course, Twin Hills Country Club, Oak Ridge Golf Club, Ellington Ridge Country Club, East Mountain Country Club.
Hazardville, Connecticut — Key Historical Facts
- Hazardville developed during the nineteenth century around the Hazard Powder Company, one of the nation's leading manufacturers of black powder.
- The village was named after Colonel Augustus George Hazard, whose family established a large industrial complex that shaped the local economy for decades.
- The Hazard Powder Company supplied gunpowder for military and commercial purposes and played an important role during the American Civil War.
- Several historic mill buildings and worker housing remain in the Hazardville Historic District, reflecting the community's industrial heritage.
- Today, Hazardville is part of the Town of Enfield and is recognized for its historic character, parks, and convenient location near Hartford and Springfield.
References
- U.S. Census Bureau
- Town of Enfield, Connecticut
- Connecticut Office of Tourism
- Connecticut Trolley Museum
- Asnuntuck Community College
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