Odessa Meteor Crater, Impact crater in Ector County, Texas, United States.
The circular depression spans 550 feet across, with raised rims surrounding the main crater at an elevation of 928 meters above sea level.
The crater formed approximately 62,000 years ago when an iron meteorite struck Earth, creating three distinct impact sites in the limestone landscape.
The site attracts researchers, scientists, and geology students who study the effects of meteorite impacts and their role in shaping Earth's surface.
Visitors can access the crater through Exit 108 on Interstate 20, following Moss Road south for 3 miles to reach the designated parking area.
Over 1,500 meteorite fragments have been recovered from the surrounding area, with the largest specimen weighing 300 pounds.
Location: Ector County
Elevation above the sea: 928 m
GPS coordinates: 31.75605,-102.47994
Latest update: May 17, 2025 08:44
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