Pontiac, County seat in Oakland County, Michigan, United States.
Pontiac is a county seat in Oakland County in southeast Michigan, located approximately 26 miles northwest of Detroit. The city sits at an elevation near 920 feet (280 m) and includes residential and commercial districts along the Clinton River.
The settlement was established in 1818 as the second European-American community near Detroit after Dearborn and named after an Ottawa chief. During the 20th century, it grew into an automotive manufacturing center with large production facilities.
The Woodward Dream Cruise brings car enthusiasts together in the city each year, showing the community's long connection to vehicle manufacturing. The event reflects how automotive industry heritage shapes local gatherings and everyday life here.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office operates substations across the city and provides law enforcement services for residents. Several through roads cross the downtown area, making navigation straightforward for visitors.
The Pontiac Silverdome was completed in 1975 and hosted Super Bowl XVI in 1982 with over 80,000 spectators. The stadium was demolished in 2018 after standing empty for years and becoming a landmark of abandoned industry.
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