Ellport Pennsylvania Map

About Ellport, Pennsylvania

Ellport is a locality in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,127. The population density is 1013.0 people per km². Ellport is located at 40.8640°N, 80.2590°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 16117.

Ellport unfolds across a landscape shaped by the gentle, persistent flow of the Connoquenessing Creek, its waters carving a modest, yet significant, path through the terrain. It lies 10.7 miles south-southeast of New Castle, PA (from New Castle, PA: bearing 155°T), and is situated 8.4 miles north-northeast of Beaver Falls. The land here is a study in subtle undulations, a series of low, rounded hills that rise and fall with a comforting regularity, their slopes often cloaked in a deep, verdant green during the warmer months, transitioning to the muted browns and grays of dormant hardwoods as autumn wanes. Occasional clearings reveal fields of corn and soy, their ordered rows a testament to the agricultural heritage of this inland region, while scattered woodlands offer a darker, more mysterious counterpoint. The air, especially in the hushed moments before dawn or in the lingering light of dusk, carries a clean, earthy scent, a subtle perfume of damp soil and decaying leaves, a constant reminder of the natural cycles at play. The history of Ellport is intimately tied to the Connoquenessing Creek, which once served as a vital artery for early settlers and, later, for the modest timber and milling operations that formed the bedrock of its economy. While the grand steel mills that defined so much of western Pennsylvania's industrial past are distant echoes here, Ellport has maintained a quiet resilience, its current economic pulse driven by a blend of small-scale manufacturing, local commerce, and the enduring presence of agriculture. Residents speak of a strong sense of community, a characteristic often found in places that have weathered economic shifts, and the nearby William Rodgers Memorial Park offers a green sanctuary for recreation, a place where families gather and the simple pleasures of outdoor life are readily embraced. The memory of Homewood Falls, a short drive away, adds a touch of natural wonder to the area's broader appeal, a reminder of the water's power and artistry.

About This Ellport Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Ellport, Pennsylvania — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.863953, -80.258951. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Ellport and Lawrence County.

Detailed location data for Ellport includes the ZIP code (16117), telephone area code (215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878), county seat of Lawrence County (New Castle), and school district assignment (Ellwood City Area School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Ellport is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.