Where is Minden Located? - Minden is a city located in the Webster County of Louisiana, United States. Minden lies between 42.8694731 Degrees North latitudes and 85.6447492 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Minden Located?
Minden is a city located in the Webster County of Louisiana, United States. Minden lies between 42.8694731 Degrees North latitudes and 85.6447492 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Minden city is 11928 people and the city has a total area of 15.04 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Minden, Louisiana Quick Facts
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| City | Minden |
| County | Webster Parish |
| State | Louisiana |
| State Capital | Baton Rouge |
| US Region | West South Central |
| Latitude | 32.6154° N |
| Longitude | 93.2868° W |
| Elevation | 253 ft (77 m) |
| Land Area | 13.24 sq mi |
| Water Area | 0.08 sq mi |
| Total Area | 13.32 sq mi |
| Population (2020 Census) | 11,928 |
| Population Density | Approximately 901 per sq mi |
| ZIP Codes | 71055, 71058 |
| Area Code | 318 |
| Time Zone Standard | Central Standard Time (CST, UTC−6) |
| Time Zone Daylight | Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5) |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 22-51210 |
| Congressional District | Louisiana's 4th Congressional District |
Transportation and Connectivity in Minden
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Minden Airport |
| IATA Code | Not Assigned |
| Port | Not applicable |
| Major Highways | Interstate 20, U.S. Highway 79, U.S. Highway 80, Louisiana Highway 2 |
| Train/Amtrak Service | No passenger rail service; nearest Amtrak station is Shreveport (future proposed) or Marshall, Texas |
| Local Bus/Transit Service | Limited regional transit and local transportation services |
- Interstate 20 – Major east–west interstate connecting Minden with Shreveport, Monroe, Dallas, and Jackson.
- U.S. Highway 79 – Runs north–south through the city, linking Minden with Homer and Henderson, Texas.
- U.S. Highway 80 – Historic route connecting Minden with Shreveport and Ruston.
- Louisiana Highway 2 – Provides regional access across northern Louisiana.
Top Places to Visit in Minden, Louisiana
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Dorcheat Historical Museum | Museum |
| Germantown Colony Museum | Historic Site |
| Minden Historic Downtown District | Historic District |
| Minden Recreation Complex | Park |
| Miller Quarters Park | Park |
| Caney Lakes Recreation Area | Recreation Area |
| Lake Bistineau State Park | State Park |
| Civil War Trail Sites | Historic Site |
| Victory Park | Park |
| Webster Parish Courthouse | Historic Landmark |
Driving Distances from Minden, Louisiana to Nearby Cities
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shreveport | Louisiana | 29 | 35 minutes |
| Bossier City | Louisiana | 31 | 40 minutes |
| Ruston | Louisiana | 37 | 40 minutes |
| Monroe | Louisiana | 70 | 1 hour 15 minutes |
| Homer | Louisiana | 29 | 35 minutes |
| Natchitoches | Louisiana | 59 | 1 hour |
| Marshall | Texas | 63 | 1 hour 10 minutes |
| Longview | Texas | 77 | 1 hour 20 minutes |
| Texarkana | Texas | 76 | 1 hour 20 minutes |
| Baton Rouge | Louisiana | 272 | 4 hours |
Colleges and Universities in Minden, Louisiana
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College – Minden Campus | Public | Community College | Technical and workforce training |
| Louisiana Tech University (Ruston) | Public | University | Engineering and research programs |
| Bossier Parish Community College | Public | Community College | Associate degrees and workforce education |
| Grambling State University | Public | University | Historically Black university |
| Centenary College of Louisiana | Private | College | Liberal arts education |
Waterbodies in Minden, Louisiana
Bayou Dorcheat, Lake Bistineau, Caney Lake, Caney Creek Reservoir, Black Lake Bayou, Bodcau Bayou, Dugdemona River, Cypress Bayou.
Stadiums in Minden
Minden Recreation Complex, Minden High School Stadium, Glenbrook School Stadium, Babb Field at Mayo Stadium, Independence Stadium.
Minden, Louisiana — Key Historical Facts
- Minden was founded in 1835 by Charles Hans Veeder and named after the German city of Minden.
- The arrival of the Vicksburg, Shreveport and Pacific Railroad in the late nineteenth century transformed Minden into an important commercial center.
- The city became the parish seat of Webster Parish in 1871, strengthening its role as the region's governmental hub.
- Downtown Minden features numerous historic buildings that reflect its growth during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
- Today, Minden is known for its annual Christmas Festival, historic downtown district, and long-standing cultural traditions in northwestern Louisiana.
References
- City of Minden
- Webster Parish Government
- U.S. Census Bureau
- Louisiana Office of Cultural Development
- Louisiana Office of Tourism
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