




Powell, Wyoming
Powell, WY Profile
Powell, WY, population 5,373 , is located
in Wyoming's Park county,
about 318.7 miles from Salt Lake City and 325.7 miles from West Valley City.
In the 90's the population of Powell has grown by about 2%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Powell has been declining at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Powell area were higher than Wyoming's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Wyoming average.
Powell Statistics
Powell Gender Information
Males in Powell: 2,475 (46%)
Females in Powell: 2,898 (54%)
As % of Population in Powell
Race Diversity in Powell
White: 95%
Other/Mixed: 5%
As % of Population in Powell
Age Diversity in Powell
Median Age in Powell: 34.6 (Males in Powell: 32.4, Females in Powell: 36.6)
Powell Males Under 20: 13%
Powell Females Under 20: 16%
Powell Males 20 to 40: 13%
Powell Females 20 to 40: 13%
Powell Males 40 to 60: 11%
Powell Females 40 to 60: 11%
Powell Males Over 60: 9%
Powell Females Over 60: 13%
Economics in Powell
Powell Household Average Size: 2.28 people
Powell Median Household Income: $ 27,364
Powell Median Value of Homes: $ 80,000
Law Enforcement in Powell
Reported crimes in the Powell area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 2
Robbery: 0
Aggravated assault: 7
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 170
Burglary: 28
Larceny-theft: 188
Motor vehicle theft: 5
Arson: 3
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 4,184
Powell Location Information
Elevation: 4,390 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 3.5 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Powell
Garland 5.1 Miles
Ralston 5.9 Miles
Deaver 12.2 Miles
Byron 12.7 Miles
Frannie 16.3 Miles
Cowley 16.7 Miles
Lovell 19.0 Miles
Cody 21.5 Miles
Burlington 26.6 Miles
Belfry 29.5 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Powell
(Population 100,000+)
Salt Lake City 318.7 Miles
West Valley City 325.7 Miles
Ft Collins 343.5 Miles
Provo 345.8 Miles
Boise 377.5 Miles
Westminster 389.6 Miles
Arvada 390.5 Miles
Lakewood 396.6 Miles
Denver 396.9 Miles
Aurora 401.3 Miles
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Facts
If a driver has his or her license permanently revoked, there is little to no hope that it will be reinstated. License suspensions and revocations both work under the principle that driving is a privilege and not a right. Those who abuse the privilege and break the law should be prepared to suffer the consequences. In the case of a DUI conviction, even first-time offenders are subject to license revocations. The length of the revocation varies from state to state and ranges from 90 days to a full year. The prevalence of marijuana abuse or dependence climbed from 1.2% of adults in 1991-92 to 1.5% in 2001-02, or an estimated 3 million adults 18 and over. That represents an increase of 800,000 people, according to data from two nationally representative surveys that each queried more than 40,000 adults. Among 18- to 29-year-olds, the rate or abuse or dependence remained stable among whites but surged by about 220% among black men and women, to 4.5% of that population, and by almost 150% among Hispanic men, to 4.7%. Among all adults ages 45 to 64, the rate increased by 355%, to about 0.4% of that population.
Signs of heroin use: There are many signs that someone may be involved in heroin substance abuse. One of the most common signs includes dramatic changes in one's life. Here are some of the areas in which someone may make drastic changes due to a heroin addiction: Performance: This can either be at school or work - or in some other way. Are the person's grades suddenly dropping? Is the quality of work assignments becoming progressively worse? Does the person's performance in sports or music suffer? When someone suddenly becomes worse at something he or she is good at, this can be a sign of heroin substance abuse. Additionally, someone using heroin may stop showing up on time - or at all. Personal care. This is a sign common to many substance abuse problems. When a person is abusing heroin, he or she may not take good care of him or herself. You may notice that personal hygiene, such as regular showers and changing one's clothing regularly, is no longer important. Someone who is involved in heroin substance abuse may no longer care about fixing his or her hair, or performing other grooming tasks. Tendency toward recklessness: Someone using heroin often does not care about the natural consequences of his or her actions. He or she may do reckless things, such as steal to get money for more drugs - or even engage in other dangerous behaviors. Natural consequences of their choices are no longer important to heroin users. Withdrawal from friends, family and activities: Another sign of heroin substance abuse is withdrawal from normal activities. New, more dangerous friends can indicate a heroin addiction. Additionally, someone involved in heroin substance abuse may also become more secretive, desiring to be left alone by family members. Heroin addicts also may begin withdrawing from enjoyed activities, such as going out with friends or participating in clubs and organizations. these are additional signs of heroin substance abuse: Runny nose or constant sniffing. Needle marks on arms - and even on legs. Speech is sometimes slurred. Very little motivation, and no desire to form future plans. Among teens 12 to 17, the average age of first trying marijuana was 14 years old. |
Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is a pattern of repeated drug taking that usually results in tolerance (the need for greater amounts of the drug to achieve the same effect), withdrawal (physical and cognitive effects when drug use declines or stops), and compulsive drug taking behavior (drug taking that persists despite efforts to reduce intake and despite problems with family, friends, and work). Drug addiction encompasses a diverse range of drugs (such as alcohol, cannabis, amphetamines, and cocaine) and is caused by many different factors.
Sobriety
Sobriety means the moderation in or abstinence from consumption of alcoholic liquor or use of drugs. When an individual with an addiction problem enters drug rehabilitation, their main goal is to attain long term sobriety. Unfortunately, sometimes drug addicts and alcoholics find they are able to sustain short periods of sobriety followed by a drug or alcohol relapse. This is why attending a drug or alcohol rehab will help the individual maintain their focus on sobriety. Often, it is only by getting help that individuals with severe drug addiction problems are able to achieve lasting sobriety.
Drug Abuse
Drug abuse is defined as the chronic or habitual use of any chemical substance to alter states of body or mind for other than medically warranted purposes. Drug abuse is a problem which has an effect on people of all income levels,
ages, and stations in life. Quite often the last person to see that there is a
problem is the drug abuser them self. Every year, more and more people become
drug addicts in their pursuit to get "high".
Addiction
Addiction is one of the many consequences of so-called 'casual' drug and alcohol abuse. A loss of control over drugs and alcohol can be driven by physical or psychological factors, or sometimes both. Physical addiction takes place when the body comes to need a drug to function normally. If it is not taken, unpleasant withdrawal symptoms occur. The only way to avoid this is to take more of the drug. Psychological addiction takes place when an individual comes to rely on a drug to supply good feelings, such as relaxation, self-confidence, self esteem, and freedom from anxiety. This is not just a casual desire, it's a powerful compulsion.
Addict
An addict is an individual who has a compulsive urge to use drugs, to the point where they feel they have no effective choice but to continue use. An addict will continue their self destructive behaviors in order to feel good or to avoid
feeling bad. It can dominate their mind, and keep them coming back for more. The addiction can be
different for each addict, depending on their vice and the kind of person they
are.
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