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Clute, TX

Clute is a city in Brazoria County, Texas, within the Houston metropolitan area. As of the 2020 U.S. Census, the city population was 10,604. The city gained some fame with the discovery of a fossilized mammoth named Asiel. .

Clute is located at 29°1′34″N 95°23′40″W (29.026060, -- 95.394539). 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.6 square miles (15 km²), of which, 5.3 square miles (14 km²) of it is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km²) of it (5.14%) is water.

Clute's history began at the junction of the old Calvit and Eagle Island Plantations. Alexander Calvit, one of Stephen F. Austin's Old Three Hundred, obtained title to the land in 1824. Eagle Island Plantation belonged to Jared Groce, the richest man in Austin's Colony. Calvit's plantation later became the Herndon sugar plantation, owned by John H. Herndon, who married Calvit's only daughter.

After the American Civil War, Joseph Pegan, Soloman (or Solomon) J. Clute, and several relatives including George and John Clute, founded a community near the plantation site. In 1881, the name Clute was adopted when both plantations were bought by Solomon J. Clute. George was described as, "a little Yankee from New York with a long, white beard." The other founders of Clute have also been described as northerners. The Clutes acquired additional land from Herndon, who put it up for auction in the 1870s. A deed dated March 17, 1886, transferred ownership from Soloman J. Clute to George Clute for property known as Clute's Place. Soloman Clute administered the community until 1888 or 1889 when it was sold. The Eagle Island Plantation of William H. Wharton occupied the site of the present Westwood Memorial Park.

In 1933, Clute had only two businesses and a population of ten. By 1937 the town had a school for white children with two teachers and two schools for black children with one teacher each. In the early 1940s, Clute began to prosper with the advent of Dow Chemical and several large construction companies moving into Southern Brazoria County. A post office was established in 1943, and a new grade school was built in the 1950s.

Health and wellness are integral aspects of life in Clute. The city boasts a range of healthcare facilities, including the Brazosport Regional Health System, ensuring residents have access to quality medical services. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Clute Parks and Recreation Department. 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 Family Fitness and Clute Fitness Center. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Clute, such as the Clute Municipal Park Phase 1 Pavilion, Clute Municipal Park Phase II Pavilion, and The Dow Woods Tveten Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Clute, TX include The Center for the Arts & Sciences, Brazosport Museum of Natural Science, and Mammoth Lake.

Population: 12,987 (2021). Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Area: 5.69 sq mi (14.73 km²). ZIP Code: 77531. Area code(s): 979.

FAQs

Is Clute, TX a good place to live?

Living in Clute offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Clute, there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Clute and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Clute are above average.

What is the history of Clute, TX?

Clute, Texas, the Hub of Brazosport, began at the junction of the old Calvit and Eagle Island Plantations. Alexander (Sandy) Calvit, one of Austin’s Old Three Hundred, got title to the land in 1824. Eagle Island Plantation belonged to Jared Groce, the richest man in Austin’s Colony.

What are the demographics of Clute, TX?

Clute, TX is home to a population of 10.7k people, of which 91.8% are citizens. As of 2021, 16.5% of Clute, TX residents were born outside of the country (1.76k people). In 2021, there were 1.52 times more White (Hispanic) residents (3.81k people) in Clute, TX than any other race or ethnicity. There were 2.5k White (Non-Hispanic) and 1.5k Two+ (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Clute

Brazosport Regional Health System

Clute Parks and Recreation Department

Family Fitness 

Clute Fitness Center

Clute Municipal Park Phase 1 Pavilion

Clute Municipal Park Phase II Pavilion 

The Dow Woods Tveten Trail

The Center for the Arts & Sciences

Brazosport Museum of Natural Science

Mammoth Lake

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