Pampa, County seat in Gray County, Texas, United States.
Description
Pampa is a city serving as the county seat in the Texas Panhandle, situated on flat terrain at an elevation of roughly 987 meters (3,240 feet). The city has residential neighborhoods, commercial areas, and public facilities spread across its landscape.
History
The city was founded in 1888 during the construction of the Santa Fe Railroad, evolving from a farming community to an oil and gas hub by 1916. This economic shift shaped the area's growth and prosperity for many years.
Culture
The Lovett Memorial Library serves as a community gathering space, offering regular events and dedicated areas where children and families can learn and participate in educational activities.
Practical
An interactive map system helps visitors locate city services, public facilities, and municipal offices throughout the area. The flat terrain makes getting around on foot or by car straightforward.
Did you know?
A significant tornado struck the city in 1995, causing extensive damage to hundreds of homes and buildings across the area. This natural disaster left a lasting impact on how the community prepares for severe weather events.
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Central Fire Station
936 m
Gray County Courthouse
732 m
Pampa H2O Aquatic Center
1.2 km
Pampa City Hall
845 m
Freedom Museum USA
819 mMarcus Sanders Park
2.5 kmCentral Park
228 m
Schneider Hotel
975 m
White Deer Land Company Building
976 mUS Post Office-Pampa Main
899 mCombs-Worley Building
772 mPioneer Cottage
997 mM.K. Brown Civic Auditorium
861 mSteel tree
538 mPampa Country Club
2.7 kmMusic notes
708 mMusic notes
717 mMusic notes
728 mSteel tree
547 mAmphitheater
215 mSteel Lizard Sculpture
565 mWar Memorial Statue
798 mWork of art, sculpture
789 mSculpture, Work of art
785 mStatue, Work of art
1.3 kmWork of art, statue
895 mMonument featuring aircraft, aircraft model
750 mMonument featuring aircraft, aircraft model
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