Located in Kalamazoo County, Michigan, Portage was established in 1963. South Kalamazoo suburb. Named for the portage between the Kalamazoo River and Portage Creek.
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Founded1963|Population49,000|Peak49,000(2024)|CountyKalamazoo County
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1963Founded: Portage was founded as a maritime community in Kalamazoo County.
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1963Incorporated: S Kalamazoo suburb.
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2010Modern Era: Portage continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020Modern Growth: Portage continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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South Kalamazoo suburb.
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Named for the portage between the Kalamazoo River and Portage Creek.
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Major retail corridor along Westnedge Avenue.
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Portage is located in Kalamazoo County, Michigan.
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Portage was founded in 1963.
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