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Cocopah Indian Reservation

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Cocopah Indian Reservation
NameCocopah Indian Reservation
Coordinates32.6167, -114.7333
StateArizona
CountyYuma County
TribeCocopah people
Population1,009
Population as of2000
Area6.8
Area unitsq mi

Cocopah Indian Reservation is a Native American reservation located in southwestern Arizona, near the city of Somerton and the Colorado River. The reservation is home to the Cocopah people, a Native American tribe that has traditionally resided in the region, and is situated near the Mexican border and the Imperial Dam. The reservation is also close to the Yuma Proving Ground and the Barry Goldwater Range. The Cocopah people have a long history of interaction with other tribes, including the Quechan people and the Mohave people.

Geography

The Cocopah Indian Reservation is situated in the southwestern part of Arizona, near the city of Somerton and the Colorado River. The reservation is located in Yuma County and covers an area of approximately 6.8 square miles. The reservation is bordered by the Colorado River to the west, the Imperial Dam to the north, and the Mexican border to the south. The reservation is also close to the Yuma Proving Ground and the Barry Goldwater Range, which are used by the United States Army for military training. The Cocopah people have traditionally resided in the region, which is also home to the Quechan people and the Mohave people. The reservation is near the Lake Pleasant and the Parker Dam, and is situated in the Sonoran Desert region.

History

The Cocopah Indian Reservation has a long and complex history, dating back to the early 19th century when the Cocopah people first encountered Spanish and Mexican settlers. The reservation was established in 1917, when the United States Congress passed a law setting aside land for the Cocopah people. The reservation has been affected by various events, including the Mexican-American War and the Construction of the Imperial Dam. The Cocopah people have also been impacted by the construction of the All-American Canal and the Coachella Canal, which have altered the traditional way of life for the tribe. The reservation is also near the Gila River Indian Community and the Tohono O'odham Nation, and has historical ties to the Hohokam people and the Patayan people.

Government

The Cocopah Indian Reservation is governed by the Cocopah Tribe, which is a federally recognized tribe. The tribe has its own government, which includes a Tribal Council and a Tribal Chairman. The tribe is responsible for providing various services to its members, including Health care, Education, and Law enforcement. The tribe also has its own Cocopah Police Department and Cocopah Fire Department. The reservation is also subject to the jurisdiction of the United States Bureau of Indian Affairs and the United States Department of the Interior. The tribe has relationships with other tribes, including the Navajo Nation and the Apache Tribe, and is a member of the Intertribal Council of Arizona.

Economy

The economy of the Cocopah Indian Reservation is primarily based on Agriculture and Tourism. The reservation is home to several farms, which produce crops such as Cotton, Alfalfa, and Wheat. The reservation also has several tourist attractions, including the Cocopah Casino and the Cocopah RV Resort. The tribe also operates several businesses, including a Convenience store, a Gas station, and a Restaurant. The reservation is also close to the Yuma International Airport and the San Luis Port of Entry, which provides access to Mexico and other parts of the United States. The tribe has economic ties to the City of Yuma and the Yuma County government, and is a member of the Arizona Indian Gaming Association.

Demographics

As of the 2000 United States Census, the population of the Cocopah Indian Reservation was 1,009 people. The reservation has a total area of 6.8 square miles, and a population density of 148 people per square mile. The median age on the reservation is 24 years old, and the median household income is $23,419. The reservation has a high school graduation rate of 70%, and a college graduation rate of 10%. The reservation is also home to several Native American languages, including Cocopah language and Quechan language. The tribe has demographic ties to the Tohono O'odham Nation and the Gila River Indian Community, and is a member of the National Congress of American Indians.

Culture

The Cocopah Indian Reservation is home to a rich and vibrant culture, which is reflected in the tribe's traditional Music, Dance, and Art. The tribe has a strong tradition of Storytelling and Oral history, which is passed down from generation to generation. The reservation is also home to several cultural events, including the Cocopah Powwow and the Cocopah Festival. The tribe has cultural ties to the Hohokam people and the Patayan people, and is a member of the Arizona Indian Arts Alliance. The reservation is also near the Yuma Territorial Prison and the Quechan Indian Tribe, and has historical ties to the Mexican Revolution and the World War II. The tribe has relationships with other tribes, including the Navajo Nation and the Apache Tribe, and is a member of the Intertribal Council of Arizona. The reservation is also home to several Native American languages, including Cocopah language and Quechan language, and is a member of the Endangered Languages Project.

Category:Native American reservations in Arizona