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Amarillo

Amarillo, Potter County

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County seat, Potter County; founded in 1887. Incorporated 1892. Named for Arroyo Amarillo, Spanish name of nearby creek. Transportation, financial, cultural, and medical center. Gateway to: Alibates Flint Quarry National Monument, Lake Meredith, Palo Duro State Park, Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum, Boys Ranch. (1965).

Marker Details

Address 8000 US 66 W, The Care Center
Location Description 8000 US 66 West, in front of "The Care Center", Amarillo.
Marker # 140
Dedicated 1965
Size, Type 18" x 28"
Code cities and towns; geology; ranches/ranching; railroads
Latitude, Longitude 35.191425, -101.927776

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