Texas City, Industrial port city in Galveston County, United States.
Texas City stretches along the southwestern shore of Galveston Bay, featuring a deep-water port connected to the Gulf of Mexico through navigational channels.
The Texas City disaster of 1947 involved the explosion of the French vessel Grandcamp at the port, resulting in 576 fatalities and transforming industrial safety regulations.
The Texas City Museum maintains collections of local artifacts and documents, presenting exhibitions that tell the story of the region's maritime and industrial development.
The Texas City Independent School District operates multiple educational facilities, while the College of the Mainland provides higher education opportunities for residents.
The Texas City Dike extends 5.2 miles into Galveston Bay, functioning as both a protective barrier for the shipping channel and a fishing location.
Location: Galveston County
Inception: 1911
Elevation above the sea: 3 m
Shares border with: La Porte
Website: https://texascitytx.gov
GPS coordinates: 29.40000,-94.93390
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:47
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