Superior's history is one of
coal mining. The first mines in the area were developed in the late 1800's. The Town
itself was founded in 1896 and incorporated in 1904. The Town reportedly was named after
the "superior" quality of coal found in the area.
Mining was the major force in Superior's history until the Industrial Mine closed in 1945.
Subsequently, many people moved out of the area and the Town evolved into a quiet ranching
and farming community. The Town's population hovered around 250 until recently. For a good
review of Superior's history, look at Superior: A Folk History By Cynda Collins Arsenault.
Copies of the book are available at Town Hall.
The new development is known as Rock Creek Ranch. Although the land was subdivided in
1987, development continues today. Through 2000, approximately 1900 single-family homes
and 1600 multi-family homes have been developed in Rock Creek swelling Superior's
population to approximately 9,000. There is now a second development west of the original
town, called the Sagamore subdivision. Through 2000 approximately 171 homes have been
developed.
Future development plans of the Town include commercial development, retail development,
multi-family residential units, single family homes and a second school Eldorado K-8 is
currently under construction. The Town is approximately seven square miles in area has 170
acres of park and open space and 6.7 miles of trails.
Facts
The Town of Superior has a well-educated,
family-centered population of 11,000 poised along the productive US 36 corridor.
Average Family Size
3.20
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Census 2000
Average Household Size
2.67
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Census 2000
Household Income
Under $25,000
$25,000 - $50,000
$50,000 - $75,000
$75,000 - $100,000
Over $100,000 |
8.6%
17.4%
23.2%
39.7% |
Source: Town of Superior Citizen
Survey 1999
Education Levels
High School Graduate
College Graduate
Graduate Degree
Doctoral Degree |
10.1%
46.9%
30.3%
12.2% |
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