Fall River Mills, California
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Fall River Mills is an unincorporated town and census-designated place
(CDP) in Shasta County
, California
, United States
. The population was 573 as of the 2010 census.
Shortly after, brothers Samuel and Henry Lockhart emigrated to the Fall River Valley and started the first ferry service across the Pit River. This assisted in making a link in the first wagon road from Yreka to Red Bluff
. The Lockhart Ferry crossed below the confluence of the Fall and Pit Rivers, just south of where the town is currently located. During the winter of 1855-56, while Sam Lockhart and other settlers had gone from the valley for provisions, local native Americans came into the area and finding only Mr Bowles, Mr Lockhart and Mr Rogers left, made an attack on them, driving them from their homes to the top of Fall River butte, where the three men were massacred, winding up their work by burning their dwellings and destroying all the machinery intended for the mill. A company of 25-30 men was formed and returned to the valley to ascertain the fate of those who had attempted to settle for the winter. On entering the valley they found Sam Lockhart, who had returned before them and was besieged by Natives in a rock fortification which he had hastily constructed as his only means of cover. He had been there successfully fighting for five days, and was nearly famished for want of water, not daring to leave his stronghold to get a drink.
The Federal Government saw the necessity to protect the settlers traveling along the Shasta, Yreka Road (Shingletown Road) and The Lockhart Ferry.
In 1857 the Army Department of the Pacific
established a garrison in the Fall River Valley for that purpose. Originally named Camp Hollenbush and built by Company A, 1st Dragoons under the command of Capt. John W. T. Gardner, Fort Crook consisted of 25 - 30 log buildings enclosed by a pine-pole stockade, later the outpost was renamed in honor of Lt. George Crook
, then in command of Company D, 4th Infantry. Lt. Crook became a General during the American Civil War
and gained national fame as both an advocate of the area's local Indian populations and his battles with the Plains Indians
Soon after roads began to be established through the Fall River valley and in 1858 the McElroy Brothers who had just moved into the area built a bridge across the Pit river, Sam Lockhart having established a ferry on the same river, proceeded to build his bridge across the Fall river in an effort to make toll revenue during the fall of 1859. Both bridges were carried away during the floods of 1861-62. There being considerable travel through the valley, it became known that the stock range was almost unlimited, grass, of the finest and best quality, abounding everywhere; so a few venturesome individuals began settling in the valley with the view of making permanent homes. The first election was held in the fall of 1859, in an old log saloon near Lockhart’s ferry, at which time Wm. Cayton was the first Justice of the Peace elected in the valley.
During 1868 a gentleman known as Capt. William H Winters noticed the awesome power of the confluence rapids created where the Fall River and Pit Rivers met. Knowing what a business opportunity the falls could give, he returned in 1872 with a gentleman only known as Cook and bought 650 acres (2.6 km²) of land with rights at the confluence. Capt. Winters eventually bought his partner Mr Cook out and proceeded to build a saw mill, flour mill, planing mill
, bought and improved a toll road, then built the first permanent bridge across the Fall River. Since the drafting of the Shasta County Map of 1884, the community has been designated as Fall City.
In 1920 developers embarked on an effort to establish the largest Hydroelectric Power Plant system in California's Northeast Wilderness. They renamed the town Fall River Mills to commemorate the many production mills in the town. One mill in particular would become the mainstay of the entire Fall River Valley. The Fall River Feed mill. The mill stood four stories tall and was the tallest building in the valley. The mill was destroyed by a fire on Friday, June 13, 2003.
located off Main Street, in downtown Fall River Mills, serving Shasta County
, California
, USA
. The airport has one runway
and is mostly used for general aviation
.
Fall River Mills Airport
, Tonkin Field, is the only airport within 75 miles (120.7 km) of Redding
, California
and Alturas, California
. The airport was originally built in the 1940s as a location to train pilots for action in World War II. Over the years, the airport has been maintained and upgraded largely due to funding provided from the California Aid to Airports Program (CAAP). Today the airport has nine permanent t-hangars, five Portable hangars, approximately 30 tie-downs, and provides aviation fuel sales. The airport is equipped with runway lights which are designed to be turned on at night by the pilots as they approach the airport.
Fall River Mills is nestled between the Sierra Nevada and the Cascade
mountain ranges in the far Northeast corner of Shasta County, California
. The town is surrounded by mountains in all four cardinal directions with Mt Shasta and Mt Lassen visible from anywhere in the Fall River Valley.
Elevation varies only slightly throughout the valley floor, ranging from 3,200 to 3400 feet (1,036.3 m). The surrounding passes all vary from 3,600 to 4,200+ feet.
According to the United States Census Bureau
, the CDP has a total area of 2.8 square miles (7.3 km²), of which, 2.6 square miles (6.7 km²) of it is land and 0.2 square mile (0.517997622 km²) of it (5.79%) is water.
was 208.2 people per square mile (80.4/km²). The racial makeup of Fall River Mills was 450 (78.5%) White, 0 (0.0%) African American, 30 (5.2%) Native American, 3 (0.5%) Asian, 2 (0.3%) Pacific Islander, 56 (9.8%) from other races
, and 32 (5.6%) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 105 persons (18.3%).
The Census reported that 535 people (93.4% of the population) lived in households, 9 (1.6%) lived in non-institutionalized group quarters, and 29 (5.1%) were institutionalized.
There were 228 households, out of which 71 (31.1%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 93 (40.8%) were opposite-sex married couples
living together, 26 (11.4%) had a female householder with no husband present, 13 (5.7%) had a male householder with no wife present. There were 15 (6.6%) unmarried opposite-sex partnerships
, and 1 (0.4%) same-sex married couples or partnerships. 83 households (36.4%) were made up of individuals and 41 (18.0%) had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35. There were 132 families
(57.9% of all households); the average family size was 3.11.
The population was spread out with 140 people (24.4%) under the age of 18, 56 people (9.8%) aged 18 to 24, 107 people (18.7%) aged 25 to 44, 147 people (25.7%) aged 45 to 64, and 123 people (21.5%) who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41.8 years. For every 100 females there were 96.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.6 males.
There were 280 housing units at an average density of 101.7 per square mile (39.3/km²), of which 128 (56.1%) were owner-occupied, and 100 (43.9%) were occupied by renters. The homeowner vacancy rate was 6.4%; the rental vacancy rate was 8.9%. 285 people (49.7% of the population) lived in owner-occupied housing units and 250 people (43.6%) lived in rental housing units.
was 240 people per square mile (91/km²). There were 304 housing units at an average density of 111/sq mi (43/km²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 81% White, 10% Native American, 5% from other races
, and 4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 12% of the population.
There were 261 households out of which 35% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46% were married couples
living together, 16% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33% were non-families. 32% of all households were made up of individuals and 15% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 3.01.
In the CDP the population was spread out with 31% under the age of 18, 7% from 18 to 24, 22% from 25 to 44, 23% from 45 to 64, and 17% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females there were 83.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.9 males.
The median income for a household in the CDP was $29,833, and the median income for a family was $34,306. Males had a median income of $35,197 versus $21,364 for females. The per capita income
for the CDP was $15,667. About 22% of families and 28% of the population were below the poverty line, including 53% of those under age 18 and 18% of those age 65 or over.
Fall River Mills is located in the 4th Senate
District, represented by Republican
Doug LaMalfa
, and in the 2nd Assembly
District, represented by Republican Jim Nielsen
. Federally, Fall River Mills is located in California's 2nd congressional district
, which has a Cook PVI
of R +13 and is represented by Republican Wally Herger
.
Plans for the Incorporation of the Fall River Mills communities into a City or Town were started. Stemming from public outcry due to development plans and a need for the local communities to maintain control over the area. Formation of a Municipal Advisory Council
or MAC is ongoing. The MAC will be the political and authoritative voice of the Fall River Mills communities to not only Shasta County but the State of California. Plans are also being drafted for the implementation of several municipal services to include but not be limited to, Parks & Recreation, Police Department, Transportation, Community Facilities, Animal Control, Cemetery, Fire and Emergency Services. These are just a few of the services listed as proposed by the town of Fall River Mills and the Fall River Valley Community Services District. Areas proposed for inclusion in the incorporation are the communities of Fall River Mills, McArthur, Pittville, Glenburn and Dana.
, with several tournaments and derbies held each year. Hunting in the Fall River Valley offers several big game species and upland game and waterfowl.
Boating
and Canoeing
are popular in the Fall River Valley as it is home to several Lakes including Fall River Lake, Eastman Lake and Big Lake. White Water Rafting is among several popular sporting activities that take advantage of the river systems in the valley. These tributaries include the Fall River, Tule River, Ja-She Creek, Lava Creek, Bear Creek, Shelly Creek and Pit River
. Together they span much of the Valley forming one of the largest systems of fresh water springs in the country. These waters culminate in a splendid waterfall south of the Town of Fall River Mills and again at a viewing point off State Highway 299 West of Fall River Mills. The Valley is home to the Ahjumawi Lava Springs State Park, located north of the Fall River-McArthur Town Center. This state park is unique in that it is accessible only by water.
Local arts and culture can be viewed in several artists galleries and gift shops throughout the community. Equestrian
and Rodeo
Events are held throughout the year with the Intermountain Fair Rodeo being the mainstay event.
Several parks are situated throughout the community, offering family activities and sporting venues. These include Clark Field, Fall River Lions Community Park and the Joe Bruce Sports Complex.
Cycling
has been extremely popular in the Valley for over a decade. hundreds of cyclists come from throughout the country each year to participate in the Fall River Century Bike Ride which is held in late spring.
is located directly in the center of two mountain ranges; Mount Shasta
and Mount Lassen. The beautiful area of Fall River Valley is home to this wonderful town that provides both an outdoorsmen dream like scenario and an agricultural lover’s paradise. The entire Fall River is spring-fed and it winds for 16 miles mostly through private agricultural land yet some of the access points are open to the public. It finally ends up going through Saddle Mountain and winds up at the Pit 1 Power House. The weather can be bitterly cold in the winter but it is very pleasant in the spring, summer, and early fall, with very warm days and crisp cool nights. If fishing is part of the itinerary, you could not do any better than Fall River Mills as it has one of the best areas for some really good salmon fishing.
A trip to this town will show you what a great Northern California
agricultural community is all about. The town is well known for its wild rice and also for cattle, hay, lavender, and mint. If you’re looking for a nice place to stay the night or maybe a weekend then they have a plethora of cabins and quant cottages as well as motels and a very fine choice of restaurants. From old-fashioned family dinners to trendy cheese and wine outings, the town has a little bit of something for all. There is something available for any sized budget and taste. There is also white water rafting and world class fly fishing in the abundant springs and creeks throughout the town. A trip to Fall River Mills California
is one that the family will thank you for years to come. .
Census-designated place
A census-designated place is a concentration of population identified by the United States Census Bureau for statistical purposes. CDPs are delineated for each decennial census as the statistical counterparts of incorporated places such as cities, towns and villages...
(CDP) in Shasta County
Shasta County, California
Shasta County is a county located in the northern portion of the U.S. state of California. The county occupies the northern reaches of the Sacramento Valley, with portions extending into the southern reaches of the Cascade Range. As of the 2010 census, the population was 177,223, up from 163,256...
, California
California
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, United States
United States
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. The population was 573 as of the 2010 census.
Production & Industry
The community is known for its agriculture. Being home to the production of cattle, Fall River Wild Rice, Garlic, Mint, Hay, Lavender and Alfalfa.History
Fall River Mills was first occupied by the Native Americans of the Achomawi (Pit River) Tribe. Although the Fall River valley had been known to settlers for a number of years, no attempt was made toward its settlement until 1855. In that year two men, by the name of Mr Bowles and Mr Rogers, came into the valley from Yreka, bringing with them teams of oxen and wagons loaded with mill machinery, which they unloaded at the upper falls of Fall River, and immediately went to work milling timbers in order to build the valley its first mill.Shortly after, brothers Samuel and Henry Lockhart emigrated to the Fall River Valley and started the first ferry service across the Pit River. This assisted in making a link in the first wagon road from Yreka to Red Bluff
Red Bluff
Red Bluff may refer to:* Red Bluff, California* Red Bluff, British Columbia, a community near Quesnel, British Columbia, Canada** Red Bluff First Nation, a First Nations band government headquartered near Quesnel, British Columbia...
. The Lockhart Ferry crossed below the confluence of the Fall and Pit Rivers, just south of where the town is currently located. During the winter of 1855-56, while Sam Lockhart and other settlers had gone from the valley for provisions, local native Americans came into the area and finding only Mr Bowles, Mr Lockhart and Mr Rogers left, made an attack on them, driving them from their homes to the top of Fall River butte, where the three men were massacred, winding up their work by burning their dwellings and destroying all the machinery intended for the mill. A company of 25-30 men was formed and returned to the valley to ascertain the fate of those who had attempted to settle for the winter. On entering the valley they found Sam Lockhart, who had returned before them and was besieged by Natives in a rock fortification which he had hastily constructed as his only means of cover. He had been there successfully fighting for five days, and was nearly famished for want of water, not daring to leave his stronghold to get a drink.
The Federal Government saw the necessity to protect the settlers traveling along the Shasta, Yreka Road (Shingletown Road) and The Lockhart Ferry.
In 1857 the Army Department of the Pacific
Department of the Pacific
The Department of the Pacific was a major command of the United States Army during the 19th century.-Formation:The Department of the Pacific was first organized on October 31, 1853, at San Francisco, California, taking over from the previous Pacific Division. The department reported directly to...
established a garrison in the Fall River Valley for that purpose. Originally named Camp Hollenbush and built by Company A, 1st Dragoons under the command of Capt. John W. T. Gardner, Fort Crook consisted of 25 - 30 log buildings enclosed by a pine-pole stockade, later the outpost was renamed in honor of Lt. George Crook
George Crook
George R. Crook was a career United States Army officer, most noted for his distinguished service during the American Civil War and the Indian Wars.-Early life:...
, then in command of Company D, 4th Infantry. Lt. Crook became a General during the American Civil War
American Civil War
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and gained national fame as both an advocate of the area's local Indian populations and his battles with the Plains Indians
Soon after roads began to be established through the Fall River valley and in 1858 the McElroy Brothers who had just moved into the area built a bridge across the Pit river, Sam Lockhart having established a ferry on the same river, proceeded to build his bridge across the Fall river in an effort to make toll revenue during the fall of 1859. Both bridges were carried away during the floods of 1861-62. There being considerable travel through the valley, it became known that the stock range was almost unlimited, grass, of the finest and best quality, abounding everywhere; so a few venturesome individuals began settling in the valley with the view of making permanent homes. The first election was held in the fall of 1859, in an old log saloon near Lockhart’s ferry, at which time Wm. Cayton was the first Justice of the Peace elected in the valley.
Planing mill
A planing mill is a facility that takes cut and seasoned boards from a sawmill and turns them into finished dimensional lumber. Machines used in the mill include the planer and matcher, the molding machines, and varieties of saws...
, bought and improved a toll road, then built the first permanent bridge across the Fall River. Since the drafting of the Shasta County Map of 1884, the community has been designated as Fall City.
In 1920 developers embarked on an effort to establish the largest Hydroelectric Power Plant system in California's Northeast Wilderness. They renamed the town Fall River Mills to commemorate the many production mills in the town. One mill in particular would become the mainstay of the entire Fall River Valley. The Fall River Feed mill. The mill stood four stories tall and was the tallest building in the valley. The mill was destroyed by a fire on Friday, June 13, 2003.
Local Municipal Government
Fall River Mills Local Municipal Governments include:- Fall River Valley Municipal Advisory Council
- The Fall River Valley Community Services District
- The Fall River Mills Fire Protection District
- The Fall River Mills Cemetery District
- Mayers Memorial Hospital District
- The Fall River Mills Joint Unified School District
- The Fall River Resource Conservation District.
Education
- Elementary Schools
- Fall River Elementary School (K-6) "a California Distinguished School"
- Fall River Elementary Community Day School (K-6)
- High School
- Fall River Jr,Sr High School (7-12) "a California Distinguished School"
- Fall River Community Day School (7-12)
- Soldier Mt Continuation School (9-12)
- Alternative Schools
- Migrant Child Education (K-12)
Transportation
Fall River Mills Airport is a public airportAirport
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located off Main Street, in downtown Fall River Mills, serving Shasta County
Shasta County, California
Shasta County is a county located in the northern portion of the U.S. state of California. The county occupies the northern reaches of the Sacramento Valley, with portions extending into the southern reaches of the Cascade Range. As of the 2010 census, the population was 177,223, up from 163,256...
, California
California
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, USA
United States
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. The airport has one runway
Runway
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and is mostly used for general aviation
General aviation
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.
Fall River Mills Airport
Fall River Mills Airport
Fall River Mills Airport is a public airport located off Main Street, in downtown Fall River Mills, serving Shasta County, California, USA. The airport has one runway and is mostly used for general aviation.- Facilities :Bryon Airport has one runway:...
, Tonkin Field, is the only airport within 75 miles (120.7 km) of Redding
Redding
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, California
California
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and Alturas, California
California
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. The airport was originally built in the 1940s as a location to train pilots for action in World War II. Over the years, the airport has been maintained and upgraded largely due to funding provided from the California Aid to Airports Program (CAAP). Today the airport has nine permanent t-hangars, five Portable hangars, approximately 30 tie-downs, and provides aviation fuel sales. The airport is equipped with runway lights which are designed to be turned on at night by the pilots as they approach the airport.
Geography and geology
Fall River Mills is located at 41°0′21"N 121°26′27"W (41.005760, -121.440946).Fall River Mills is nestled between the Sierra Nevada and the Cascade
Cascade Range
The Cascade Range is a major mountain range of western North America, extending from southern British Columbia through Washington and Oregon to Northern California. It includes both non-volcanic mountains, such as the North Cascades, and the notable volcanoes known as the High Cascades...
mountain ranges in the far Northeast corner of Shasta County, California
Shasta County, California
Shasta County is a county located in the northern portion of the U.S. state of California. The county occupies the northern reaches of the Sacramento Valley, with portions extending into the southern reaches of the Cascade Range. As of the 2010 census, the population was 177,223, up from 163,256...
. The town is surrounded by mountains in all four cardinal directions with Mt Shasta and Mt Lassen visible from anywhere in the Fall River Valley.
Elevation varies only slightly throughout the valley floor, ranging from 3,200 to 3400 feet (1,036.3 m). The surrounding passes all vary from 3,600 to 4,200+ feet.
According to the United States Census Bureau
United States Census Bureau
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, the CDP has a total area of 2.8 square miles (7.3 km²), of which, 2.6 square miles (6.7 km²) of it is land and 0.2 square mile (0.517997622 km²) of it (5.79%) is water.
Climate
| Monthly Normal and Record High and Low Temperatures | ||||||||||||
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rec High °F | 66 | 78 | 81 | 90 | 101 | 105 | 109 | 110 | 107 | 98 | 82 | 68 |
| Norm High °F | 47 | 52 | 57 | 64 | 73 | 81 | 89 | 89 | 83 | 71 | 54 | 46 |
| Norm Low °F | 22 | 25 | 29 | 32 | 38 | 44 | 47 | 44 | 38 | 31 | 26 | 22 |
| Rec Low °F | -11 | -8 | 8 | 17 | 18 | 27 | 27 | 30 | 22 | 10 | 7 | -20 |
| Precip (in) | 2.96 | 2.89 | 2.82 | 1.44 | 1.36 | 0.73 | 0.21 | 0.36 | 0.79 | 1.34 | 2.33 | 2.55 |
| Source: Weather.com http://www.weather.com/weather/wxclimatology/monthly/graph/96028?from=36hr_bottomnav_undeclared | ||||||||||||
2010
The 2010 United States Census reported that Fall River Mills had a population of 573. The population densityPopulation density
Population density is a measurement of population per unit area or unit volume. It is frequently applied to living organisms, and particularly to humans...
was 208.2 people per square mile (80.4/km²). The racial makeup of Fall River Mills was 450 (78.5%) White, 0 (0.0%) African American, 30 (5.2%) Native American, 3 (0.5%) Asian, 2 (0.3%) Pacific Islander, 56 (9.8%) from other races
Race (United States Census)
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, and 32 (5.6%) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 105 persons (18.3%).
The Census reported that 535 people (93.4% of the population) lived in households, 9 (1.6%) lived in non-institutionalized group quarters, and 29 (5.1%) were institutionalized.
There were 228 households, out of which 71 (31.1%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 93 (40.8%) were opposite-sex married couples
Marriage
Marriage is a social union or legal contract between people that creates kinship. It is an institution in which interpersonal relationships, usually intimate and sexual, are acknowledged in a variety of ways, depending on the culture or subculture in which it is found...
living together, 26 (11.4%) had a female householder with no husband present, 13 (5.7%) had a male householder with no wife present. There were 15 (6.6%) unmarried opposite-sex partnerships
POSSLQ
POSSLQ is an abbreviation for "Persons of Opposite Sex Sharing Living Quarters," a term coined in the late 1970s by the United States Census Bureau as part of an effort to more accurately gauge the prevalence of cohabitation in American households....
, and 1 (0.4%) same-sex married couples or partnerships. 83 households (36.4%) were made up of individuals and 41 (18.0%) had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35. There were 132 families
Family (U.S. Census)
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(57.9% of all households); the average family size was 3.11.
The population was spread out with 140 people (24.4%) under the age of 18, 56 people (9.8%) aged 18 to 24, 107 people (18.7%) aged 25 to 44, 147 people (25.7%) aged 45 to 64, and 123 people (21.5%) who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41.8 years. For every 100 females there were 96.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.6 males.
There were 280 housing units at an average density of 101.7 per square mile (39.3/km²), of which 128 (56.1%) were owner-occupied, and 100 (43.9%) were occupied by renters. The homeowner vacancy rate was 6.4%; the rental vacancy rate was 8.9%. 285 people (49.7% of the population) lived in owner-occupied housing units and 250 people (43.6%) lived in rental housing units.
2007
As of 2007, there were 712 people, 261 households, and 173 families residing in the CDP. The population densityPopulation density
Population density is a measurement of population per unit area or unit volume. It is frequently applied to living organisms, and particularly to humans...
was 240 people per square mile (91/km²). There were 304 housing units at an average density of 111/sq mi (43/km²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 81% White, 10% Native American, 5% from other races
Race (United States Census)
Race and ethnicity in the United States Census, as defined by the Federal Office of Management and Budget and the United States Census Bureau, are self-identification data items in which residents choose the race or races with which they most closely identify, and indicate whether or not they are...
, and 4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 12% of the population.
There were 261 households out of which 35% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46% were married couples
Marriage
Marriage is a social union or legal contract between people that creates kinship. It is an institution in which interpersonal relationships, usually intimate and sexual, are acknowledged in a variety of ways, depending on the culture or subculture in which it is found...
living together, 16% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33% were non-families. 32% of all households were made up of individuals and 15% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 3.01.
In the CDP the population was spread out with 31% under the age of 18, 7% from 18 to 24, 22% from 25 to 44, 23% from 45 to 64, and 17% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females there were 83.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.9 males.
The median income for a household in the CDP was $29,833, and the median income for a family was $34,306. Males had a median income of $35,197 versus $21,364 for females. The per capita income
Per capita income
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for the CDP was $15,667. About 22% of families and 28% of the population were below the poverty line, including 53% of those under age 18 and 18% of those age 65 or over.
Politics
In the state legislatureCalifornia State Legislature
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Fall River Mills is located in the 4th Senate
California State Senate
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District, represented by Republican
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Doug LaMalfa
Doug LaMalfa
Doug LaMalfa is an American politician currently serving in the California State Senate. He is a Republican representing the 4th district, encompassing Del Norte, Siskiyou, Shasta, Trinity, Tehama, Butte, Glenn, Colusa, Sutter, and Yuba counties, as well as parts of Nevada and Placer counties...
, and in the 2nd Assembly
California State Assembly
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District, represented by Republican Jim Nielsen
Jim Nielsen
James Wiley Nielsen is an American politician from California and a member of the Republican party. Nielsen served on the Yolo County Republican Committee before winning election to the California State Senate in 1978...
. Federally, Fall River Mills is located in California's 2nd congressional district
California's 2nd congressional district
California's 2nd congressional district is a congressional district located in the U.S. state of California. The district contains much of the far northern part of the state, north of Sacramento. It is the largest district by area in California...
, which has a Cook PVI
Cook Partisan Voting Index
The Cook Partisan Voting Index , sometimes referred to as simply the Partisan Voting Index , is a measurement of how strongly an American congressional district or state leans toward one political party compared to the nation as a whole...
of R +13 and is represented by Republican Wally Herger
Wally Herger
Walter William "Wally" Herger, Jr. , American politician, has been a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives since 1987, representing the California's 2nd congressional district. The second district is physically large...
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Plans for the Incorporation of the Fall River Mills communities into a City or Town were started. Stemming from public outcry due to development plans and a need for the local communities to maintain control over the area. Formation of a Municipal Advisory Council
Municipal Advisory Council
A municipal advisory council in the United States is an organization composed of elected or appointed members whose purpose is to advise a city or county government about the activities and problems of the area represented....
or MAC is ongoing. The MAC will be the political and authoritative voice of the Fall River Mills communities to not only Shasta County but the State of California. Plans are also being drafted for the implementation of several municipal services to include but not be limited to, Parks & Recreation, Police Department, Transportation, Community Facilities, Animal Control, Cemetery, Fire and Emergency Services. These are just a few of the services listed as proposed by the town of Fall River Mills and the Fall River Valley Community Services District. Areas proposed for inclusion in the incorporation are the communities of Fall River Mills, McArthur, Pittville, Glenburn and Dana.
Recreation
The Fall River Valley offers recreation for people of all ages and backgrounds with opportunities being numerous. These include many annual events, festivals and fairs. The Fall River Valley is home to a World Class Golf course. multiple locations for Mountain Climbing and Spelunking. Sport angling including Fly FishingFly fishing
Fly fishing is an angling method in which an artificial 'fly' is used to catch fish. The fly is cast using a fly rod, reel, and specialized weighted line. Casting a nearly weightless fly or 'lure' requires casting techniques significantly different from other forms of casting...
, with several tournaments and derbies held each year. Hunting in the Fall River Valley offers several big game species and upland game and waterfowl.
Boating
Boating
Boating is the leisurely activity of travelling by boat, or the recreational use of a boat whether powerboats, sailboats, or man-powered vessels , focused on the travel itself, as well as sports activities, such as fishing or water skiing...
and Canoeing
Canoeing
Canoeing is an outdoor activity that involves a special kind of canoe.Open canoes may be 'poled' , sailed, 'lined and tracked' or even 'gunnel-bobbed'....
are popular in the Fall River Valley as it is home to several Lakes including Fall River Lake, Eastman Lake and Big Lake. White Water Rafting is among several popular sporting activities that take advantage of the river systems in the valley. These tributaries include the Fall River, Tule River, Ja-She Creek, Lava Creek, Bear Creek, Shelly Creek and Pit River
Pit River
The Pit River is a major river draining from northeastern California into the state's Central Valley. The Pit, the Klamath and the Columbia are the only three rivers in the U.S...
. Together they span much of the Valley forming one of the largest systems of fresh water springs in the country. These waters culminate in a splendid waterfall south of the Town of Fall River Mills and again at a viewing point off State Highway 299 West of Fall River Mills. The Valley is home to the Ahjumawi Lava Springs State Park, located north of the Fall River-McArthur Town Center. This state park is unique in that it is accessible only by water.
Local arts and culture can be viewed in several artists galleries and gift shops throughout the community. Equestrian
Equestrianism
Equestrianism more often known as riding, horseback riding or horse riding refers to the skill of riding, driving, or vaulting with horses...
and Rodeo
Rodeo
Rodeo is a competitive sport which arose out of the working practices of cattle herding in Spain, Mexico, and later the United States, Canada, South America and Australia. It was based on the skills required of the working vaqueros and later, cowboys, in what today is the western United States,...
Events are held throughout the year with the Intermountain Fair Rodeo being the mainstay event.
Several parks are situated throughout the community, offering family activities and sporting venues. These include Clark Field, Fall River Lions Community Park and the Joe Bruce Sports Complex.
Cycling
Cycling
Cycling, also called bicycling or biking, is the use of bicycles for transport, recreation, or for sport. Persons engaged in cycling are cyclists or bicyclists...
has been extremely popular in the Valley for over a decade. hundreds of cyclists come from throughout the country each year to participate in the Fall River Century Bike Ride which is held in late spring.
Tourism
The Town of Fall River Mills CaliforniaCalifornia
California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state, and the third-largest by land area...
is located directly in the center of two mountain ranges; Mount Shasta
Mount Shasta
Mount Shasta is located at the southern end of the Cascade Range in Siskiyou County, California and at is the second highest peak in the Cascades and the fifth highest in California...
and Mount Lassen. The beautiful area of Fall River Valley is home to this wonderful town that provides both an outdoorsmen dream like scenario and an agricultural lover’s paradise. The entire Fall River is spring-fed and it winds for 16 miles mostly through private agricultural land yet some of the access points are open to the public. It finally ends up going through Saddle Mountain and winds up at the Pit 1 Power House. The weather can be bitterly cold in the winter but it is very pleasant in the spring, summer, and early fall, with very warm days and crisp cool nights. If fishing is part of the itinerary, you could not do any better than Fall River Mills as it has one of the best areas for some really good salmon fishing.
A trip to this town will show you what a great Northern California
California
California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state, and the third-largest by land area...
agricultural community is all about. The town is well known for its wild rice and also for cattle, hay, lavender, and mint. If you’re looking for a nice place to stay the night or maybe a weekend then they have a plethora of cabins and quant cottages as well as motels and a very fine choice of restaurants. From old-fashioned family dinners to trendy cheese and wine outings, the town has a little bit of something for all. There is something available for any sized budget and taste. There is also white water rafting and world class fly fishing in the abundant springs and creeks throughout the town. A trip to Fall River Mills California
California
California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state, and the third-largest by land area...
is one that the family will thank you for years to come. .
Notable residents
- George CrookGeorge CrookGeorge R. Crook was a career United States Army officer, most noted for his distinguished service during the American Civil War and the Indian Wars.-Early life:...
(September 8, 1828 – March 21, 1890) was a career United States Army officer, most noted for his distinguished service during the American Civil War and the Indian Wars. - William HannaWilliam HannaWilliam Denby Hanna was an American animator, director, producer, and cartoon artist, whose film and television cartoon characters entertained millions of people for much of the 20th century. When he was a young child, Hanna's family moved frequently, but they settled in Compton, California, by...
, creator of loved cartoon series Tom and JerryTom and JerryTom and Jerry are the cat and mouse cartoon characters that were evolved starting in 1939.Tom and Jerry also may refer to:Cartoon works featuring the cat and mouse so named:* The Tom and Jerry Show...
, The FlintstonesThe FlintstonesThe Flintstones is an animated, prime-time American television sitcom that screened from September 30, 1960 to April 1, 1966, on ABC. Produced by Hanna-Barbera Productions, The Flintstones was about a working class Stone Age man's life with his family and his next-door neighbor and best friend. It...
, The JetsonsThe JetsonsThe Jetsons is a animated American sitcom that was produced by Hanna-Barbera, originally airing in prime-time from 1962–1963 and again from 1985–1987...
, Scooby-DooScooby-DooScooby-Doo is an American media franchise based around several animated television series and related works produced from 1969 to the present day. The original series, Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!, was created for Hanna-Barbera Productions by writers Joe Ruby and Ken Spears in 1969...
and many others. - Bing CrosbyBing CrosbyHarry Lillis "Bing" Crosby was an American singer and actor. Crosby's trademark bass-baritone voice made him one of the best-selling recording artists of the 20th century, with over half a billion records in circulation....
, American actor/singer. Spearheaded fundraising efforts to build and furnish Fall River Mills only Hospital. - Clint EastwoodClint EastwoodClinton "Clint" Eastwood, Jr. is an American film actor, director, producer, composer and politician. Eastwood first came to prominence as a supporting cast member in the TV series Rawhide...
, actor. Owner of The Eastwood Ranch, CasselCassel, CaliforniaCassel is a census-designated place in Shasta County, California. Cassel sits at an elevation of . The 2010 United States census reported Cassel's population was 207. The ZIP Code is 96016...
Fall River Mills. - Jamie PinedaJamie PinedaJamie Pineda, is an American pop singer-songwriter and former model. In late 2007, Jamie signed on to be the front woman of the international pop music project Sweetbox.-Early life:...
of Fall River Mills is the front woman of the pop music project, SweetboxSweetboxSweetbox is a Los Angeles based pop music project formed in 1995 by executive producer Heiko Schmidt and music producer Roberto "Geo" Rosan.Throughout the years Sweetbox has had several leading women including Kimberly Kearney, Dacia Bridges, Tina Harris, Jade Villalon and most recently and...
. - Mark WilsonMark Wilson (American football)Mark Wilson is a free agent American football offensive tackle for the Las Vegas Locomotives of the United Football League . He played college football at the University of California, Berkeley. He played high school football at Fall River High School in McArthur, California....
of Fall River Mills, Offensive tackle for the Oakland RaidersOakland RaidersThe Oakland Raiders are a professional American football team based in Oakland, California. They currently play in the Western Division of the American Football Conference in the National Football League...
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