Kingman, County seat in Northern Arizona, United States
Kingman lies on a high plateau in northern Arizona, roughly 100 miles (160 km) southeast of Las Vegas and about 200 miles (320 km) northwest of Phoenix. The town spreads along Interstate 40, forming a junction where several highways branch toward surrounding regions.
A railroad engineer founded the settlement in 1882 when the line was laid through this area. The spring formerly known as Beale Springs served as a watering place long before the railroad arrived.
Downtown retains several structures from the early railroad era, when growth followed the tracks westward. Storefronts along the old Route 66 preserve the appearance of a wayside stop.
Fuel stations and rest stops line the main route, making it easy for drivers to pause. Downtown can be reached from the highway within a few minutes.
A propane transfer incident in 1973 triggered widespread changes in firefighting protocols. These adjustments were adopted across the country and shaped later safety regulations.
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