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Sand Springs, OK

Sand Springs is a city in Osage, Creek, and Tulsa counties in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. A western suburb of Tulsa, it is located predominantly in Tulsa County. The population was 19,874 in the 2020 U. S. Census, an increase of 5.1 percent from the figure of 18,906 recorded in 2010.

The city was founded in 1911, by philanthropist Charles Page, a wealthy businessman in Oklahoma. He envisioned Sand Springs as a haven for orphans and widows. Page helped found and develop Sand Springs as a model city that included all components of a total community.

Page bought 160 acres of land in Tulsa County in 1908, intending to build a home for orphan children. The first 27 children, who had been abandoned by the Hook & Anchor Orphanage in Tulsa, were housed in a tent. This was soon replaced by a frame building large enough to house 50 children.

Page decided to form a model community, to be called Sand Springs, on land west of the children's home. He offered free land to any person who wished to move there, and a $20,000 bonus (the amount varied and he also offered free utilities) to companies that would relocate there. In 1911, Page created the Sand Springs Railway, an interurban connecting Sand Springs to Tulsa. The townsite was laid out the same year. Sand Springs was incorporated as a city in 1912, with a population of 400.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 21.0 square miles (54.3 km2), of which 18.7 square miles (48.4 km2) is land and 2.3 square miles (5.9 km2) (10.84%) is water. The one-way driving distance between Sand Springs and Tulsa (downtown to downtown) is about 7 miles (11 km). It is roughly located in the western section of Tulsa County and the southern section of Osage County and has a small sliver within Creek County's boundaries. 

Health and wellness are paramount in Sand Springs, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Hillcrest Hospital South stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Sand Springs Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Anytime Fitness and CrossFit Sand Springs. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Sand Springs, such as the Keystone Singletrack Trail and Ranger Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Sand Springs, OK are Guthrie Green, The Canyons at Blackjack Ridge, and Sand Springs Cultural & Historical Museum.
 

Population: 20,031 (2022). ZIP Code: 74063. Area codes: 539, 918. Elevation: 650 ft (200 m). Area: 22.07 sq mi (57.16 km2).

FAQs

What is Sand Springs, Oklahoma famous for?

Sand Springs became a center of glass production in Oklahoma. Kerr Glass Manufacturing moved to Sand Springs from Chicago in 1913. It and the Alexander H. Kerr company, which made fruit jars, were the only glass companies remaining in business as recently as 1955.

What is the triangle in Sand Springs, Oklahoma?

Most towns have a square. Sand Springs boasts an exquisite Triangle. At the tip of the Triangle rests a statue crafted by famed Chicago sculptor, Lorado Taft.  The statue was built to honor founder Charles Page. 

Is Sand Springs, OK a good place to live?

Living in Sand Springs offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Sand Springs there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Sand Springs and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Sand Springs are above average.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Sand Springs

Hillcrest Hospital South 

Sand Springs Parks and Recreation Department 

Anytime Fitness 

CrossFit Sand Springs

Keystone Singletrack Trail 

Ranger Trail

Guthrie Green

The Canyons at Blackjack Ridge

Sand Springs Cultural & Historical Museum

Sand Springs OK

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