Andover, Massachusetts

Andover is a town located in Essex County, Massachusetts. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 31,247.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 83.2 km² (32.1 mi²). 80.3 km² (31.0 mi²) of it is land and 2.9 km² (1.1 mi²) of it is water. The total area is 3.49% water. Significant water areas include the Shawsheen River and Haggetts Pond, located in west Andover, which serves as the town's reservoir. Haggetts Pond was originally set apart from other waters, but since the late 90s has had waters added from the nearby Merrimack River to supplement the growing needs of the town.

Related Topics:
United States Census Bureau - Km² - Mi² - Haggetts Pond - Merrimack River

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