Wacousta, Michigan
Wacousta is a community of 1,711 people in Clinton County, Michigan, founded in 1839.
Why visit Wacousta
Townapedia lists 1 museum or landmark, 2 parks and trails and 4 places to eat in and around town.
Highlights include Heritage Park and Looking Glass Valley Park.
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 83°F; January lows average 17°F, and about 50 inches of snow fall in a normal year.
Weather in Wacousta
Forecast from the National Weather Service. Full forecast
About Wacousta
Wacousta is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Clinton County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The CDP is located within Watertown Charter Township. As of the 2020 census, it had a population of 1,532.
From the Wikipedia article Wacousta, Michigan (this version), under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Museums and landmarks1
Parks, trails and playgrounds2
Restaurants and cafes4
Fabiano's Grocery & Deli
Fast food · Pizza · 1.9 mi
8949 West Grand River Avenue
Mo-Th 05:30-21:00; Fr 05:30-22:00; Su 08:00-21:00; Sa 07:00-22:00
McDonald's
Fast food · Burger · 2.8 mi
10945 West Grand River Avenue, Grand Ledge
Mo-Fr 05:00-22:00; Sa-Su 05:00-23:00
Gas and EV charging5
History
The community of Wacousta was listed as a newly-organized census-designated place for the 2010 census, meaning it now has officially defined boundaries and population statistics for the first time.
In the heart of Michigan, along the winding Looking Glass River, a pioneering spirit took root. In 1837, a group of visionaries, drawn to the river's potential for water power, formed the Waterloo Joint Stock Company. Their ambitious goal was to establish a thriving community centered around a sawmill and gristmill.
The company purchased a substantial tract of land and began construction. A sawmill, gristmill, dwellings, and even a store soon materialized. However, the ambitious scale of their project outpaced the local population's needs, leading to financial difficulties. The property eventually changed hands several times, ultimately landing in the hands of Nathaniel I. Daniells.
Daniells, a New York native with a history of entrepreneurial ventures, saw potential in Wacousta. He purchased half of the property and leased the other half, becoming a pivotal figure in the town's development. His arrival marked a turning point, as he brought his determination and business acumen to the fledgling community.
From the History section of Wacousta, Michigan on Wikipedia, under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Schools, colleges and libraries12
Map of Wacousta
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Climate by month
Monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31°F | 17°F | 2.1 in | 14.3 in |
| Feb | 34°F | 18°F | 1.7 in | 12.9 in |
| Mar | 44°F | 26°F | 2.1 in | 5.9 in |
| Apr | 58°F | 36°F | 3.3 in | 1.7 in |
| May | 69°F | 48°F | 3.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Jun | 79°F | 57°F | 3.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Jul | 83°F | 61°F | 2.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Aug | 81°F | 60°F | 3.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Sep | 74°F | 52°F | 2.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Oct | 60°F | 41°F | 3.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Nov | 47°F | 32°F | 2.5 in | 3.9 in |
| Dec | 36°F | 23°F | 1.9 in | 11.3 in |
U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 for Lansing Capital City Ap 72539 (6 mi away), NOAA NCEI.
People and cost of living
American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024, U.S. Census Bureau. Estimates have margins of error, larger for small towns.
Disaster history
Clinton County has had 4 federal disaster declarations since 2000, most often for biologicals.
- 2020-03-27: Covid-19 Pandemic (Biological)
- 2020-03-13: Covid-19 (Biological)
- 2005-09-07: Hurricane Katrina Evacuation (Hurricane)
- 2001-01-10: Snow (Snowstorm)
OpenFEMA disaster declarations summaries.
Getting there and nearby towns
Capital Region International Airport (LAN) is the nearest airport with scheduled flights listed in OpenStreetMap, 6 miles away.
- Waverly 6 mi southeast, about 10 min by car
- Edgemont Park 7 mi southeast, about 11 min by car
- Lansing 10 mi southeast, about 16 min by car
- Portland 11 mi west, about 18 min by car
- East Lansing 12 mi southeast, about 19 min by car
- Bath 12 mi east, about 19 min by car
- Dimondale 12 mi south, about 19 min by car
- Potterville 13 mi south, about 21 min by car
- Holt 15 mi southeast, about 23 min by car
- Okemos 16 mi southeast, about 26 min by car
Drive times are estimates from straight-line distance, not routes.
Local news
Headlines from INDB, the NEMICO news database.
Reviews, tips and questions
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Sources and licences
- NCES EDGE (Public domain): public schools
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 (Public domain): climate by month
- OpenFEMA (Public domain): disaster declarations
- OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL 1.0): places, airports, map data
- U.S. Census Bureau (Public domain): population, income, housing, education, commute
- Wikidata (CC0 1.0): elevation, founding date, time zone, website
- Wikimedia Commons (see each image): photos
- Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0): overview and history text
Photo credits
- ISS035-E-11196 - View of Earth, Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit , Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center, Public domain
- ISS046-E-39537 - View of Earth, Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit , Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center, Public domain
- ISS035-E-11195 - View of Earth, Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit , Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center, Public domain
- ISS046-E-39538 - View of Earth, Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit , Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center, Public domain
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