Lecompton Township is a township in Douglas County, Kansas, USA. As of the 2000 census, its population was 1,761.
Lecompton Township | |
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Township | |
The Lecompton Rest Area along U.S. Highway 40 | |
![]() Location in Douglas County | |
Coordinates: 39°01′45″N 095°24′36″W | |
Country | United States |
State | Kansas |
County | Douglas |
Area | |
• Total | 35.53 sq mi (92.01 km2) |
• Land | 34.65 sq mi (89.76 km2) |
• Water | 0.87 sq mi (2.26 km2) 2.46% |
Elevation | 974 ft (297 m) |
Population (2000) | |
• Total | 1,761 |
• Density | 50.8/sq mi (19.6/km2) |
GNIS feature ID | 0478815 |
Lecompton Township was formed in about 1858.[1] It was named for the town of Lecompton which was the territorial capital of Kansas from 1855–61.
Lecompton Township covers an area of 35.53 square miles (92.0 km2) and contains one incorporated settlement, Lecompton. According to the USGS, it contains two cemeteries: Big Springs and Lecompton.
The streams of Coon Creek, Oakley Creek and Spring Creek run through this township.
Although these towns may not be incorporated or populated, they are still placed on maps produced by the county.
Municipalities and communities of Douglas County, Kansas, United States | ||
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County seat: Lawrence | ||
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