Province Point, Vermont
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Province Point is a pointy land welded to Quebec, which juts into Missisquoi Bay of Lake Champlain, east of the Chapman Bay, and whose end is included in the American state of Vermont. It is approximately 2 acres in area and a monument marks the location of the border. Its name refers to its partial ownership in the province of Quebec, whereas its official name is "Vermont Province Point".[1]
Province Point, Vermont | |
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| Province Point | |
 A "Boundary: August 9th, 1842" monument located in Province Point, Vermont | |
  Province Point Location within Vermont  Province Point Location within the United States  Province Point Location within North America | |
| Coordinates: 45°0′46″N 73°11′35″W / 45.01278°N 73.19306°WCoordinates: 45°0′46″N 73°11′35″W / 45.01278°N 73.19306°W ⧼validator-fatal-error⧽ | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Vermont |
| County | Grand Isle |
| Established | October 5, 1791 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.021 sq mi (0.008 km2) |
| Elevation | 46.5 ft (150 m) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 0 |
| • Density | 0/sq mi (0/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-05:00 (ET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-04:00 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code | 05440 |
| Area code(s) | 802 |
History[edit]
Province Point was granted to the United States as part of an agreement with the UK in 1796, which was part of the Treaty of Utrecht. After the American Revolutionary War and the Treaty of Paris that ended that conflict, the territory was formally granted to the United States.
The borders between the United States and Canada, specifically between New York State and Quebec Province, were established in 1814 by a treaty that clarified the boundaries between the two countries. Province Point, despite being separate from the rest of New York State, remained in American hands.
Province Point is unique in that it is surrounded by the waters of Lake Champlain and borders Canada, making it an interesting case of an exclave. This means that access to the territory is only possible by water, and not directly from the US, which can lead to various administrative and logistical challenges.
In modern times, Province Point has no particular administrative or economic significance. It is an area primarily used for its historical and geographical context, and as a curiosity for geography and history enthusiasts.
Geography[edit]
Province Point is located in the northern part of Lake Champlain. It is a small, narrow strip of land surrounded by the lake, making it unique in terms of its geographic location.
Although technically within the United States, its location near the Canadian border gives the region special significance in terms of border management and cross-border relations.
Province Point is characterized by scenic views of Lake Champlain and the surrounding areas. It is an area of significant natural and recreational importance, with numerous hiking trails and opportunities for water sports.
Because of its location and history, Province Point is significant both to local communities and to cross-border relations between the United States and Canada.
Border anomaly[edit]
Various small locations in the United States connect to the North American continent but do not physically connect to the rest of the United States. Two of those spots require people to clear immigration and customs and then enter Canada. Then they do it all over again in reverse to gain access to the small parcel, unless they want to take a boat. Those two spots are: Point Roberts, Washington and Minnesota's Northwest Angle. A similar situation exists in Province Point, Vermont.[2]
Indeed, the peninsula features a long border with Canada, with water surrounding it on the remaining sides. It does not have a physical land connection to any other part of the United States. Technically it represents the same situation as Point Roberts and the Northwest Angle.
It's because of the three "bridges" providing direct access. So, for this one, there’s absolutely no reason to travel into Canada and circle back. And it turns out, that it’s physically disconnected. However it doesn’t hold the same esteemed position as the other two instances.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ↑ "Province Point". wikimapia.org. Retrieved 2024-08-06.
- ↑ Circle, Twelve Mile (2008-10-22). "Vermont: Another border anomaly. Sort of?". Twelve Mile Circle - An Appreciation of Unusual Places. Retrieved 2024-08-06.
External links[edit]
- Treks to Nowhere | Ep. #4 : Province Point, Vermont - YouTube (www.youtube.com)
- Blazed Trail of Vermont's Northern Boundary - Vermont Historical Society (www.vermonthistory.org) (PDF)
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