Fort Stockton, County seat city in western Texas, United States
Fort Stockton stands at an elevation of 906 meters in Pecos County, with streets arranged in a grid pattern around the central administrative district.
The settlement began in 1859 as a military outpost protecting the San Antonio-El Paso road, later developing into an important regional transportation center.
The Annie Riggs Museum, housed in a former hotel, displays artifacts and exhibits about the regional ranching traditions and indigenous peoples of western Texas.
The municipal services office at City Hall provides residents with access to utility payments, building permits, and public records during regular business hours.
Fort Stockton features Paisano Pete, a large roadrunner statue that marks the entrance to the downtown district and represents the local wildlife.
Location: Pecos County
Inception: 1859
Elevation above the sea: 906 m
Address: Fort Stockton, TX 79735, USA 79735 Fort Stockton
Website: http://cityoffortstockton.com
GPS coordinates: 30.89139,-102.88500
Latest update: November 24, 2025 08:17
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