Port Lavaca, Coastal city in Calhoun County, Texas, United States.
Port Lavaca sits on the west side of Lavaca Bay, covering 14.1 square miles of land at an elevation of 5 meters above sea level.
The settlement began in 1815 with Spanish colonists and expanded after the Comanche raid of 1840 when refugees sought protection in the area.
The September fishing festival brings together local communities for seafood celebrations, fishing competitions, and maritime activities along the Gulf coast.
The Port Lavaca deepwater ship channel enables ocean vessels to access the harbor through Matagorda Peninsula, supporting industrial and commercial activities.
The city recorded the highest wind speed in Texas history during Hurricane Carla in 1961, with gusts reaching 170 miles per hour.
Location: Calhoun County
Elevation above the sea: 5 m
Website: https://portlavaca.org
GPS coordinates: 28.61500,-96.62609
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:04
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