Dawson, Texas facts for kids
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Dawson, Texas
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Location of Dawson, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Navarro |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.80 sq mi (4.67 km2) |
| • Land | 1.78 sq mi (4.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 482 ft (147 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 815 |
| • Density | 452.8/sq mi (174.52/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
76639
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| Area code(s) | 254 |
| FIPS code | 48-19420 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412409 |
| Website | https://www.cityofdawsontx.com/ |
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 365 | — | |
| 1910 | 803 | — | |
| 1920 | 950 | 18.3% | |
| 1930 | 1,131 | 19.1% | |
| 1940 | 1,155 | 2.1% | |
| 1950 | 1,107 | −4.2% | |
| 1960 | 911 | −17.7% | |
| 1970 | 848 | −6.9% | |
| 1980 | 747 | −11.9% | |
| 1990 | 766 | 2.5% | |
| 2000 | 852 | 11.2% | |
| 2010 | 807 | −5.3% | |
| 2020 | 815 | 1.0% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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Dawson is a small town located in Navarro County, in the U.S. state of Texas. In 2020, about 815 people lived there. It is a quiet place with a history stretching back to the mid-1800s.
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History of Dawson, Texas
The town of Dawson was established in 1847. It was the second town to be founded in Navarro County.
Geography and Climate
Dawson covers an area of about 1.8 square miles (4.67 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a tiny part is covered by water.
What's the Weather Like in Dawson?
Dawson has a warm climate. Summers are hot and humid. Winters are usually mild, not too cold. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
Who Lives in Dawson?
In 2000, there were 852 people living in Dawson. These people lived in 361 households. About 25% of these households had children under 18. Many households included married couples.
The people living in Dawson ranged in age. About 24% were under 18. About 23% were 65 years old or older. The average age in town was 40 years.
Education in Dawson
Students in Dawson attend schools that are part of the Dawson Independent School District.
Braniff Flight 352 Accident
On May 3, 1968, a plane called Braniff Flight 352 crashed near Dawson, Texas. The plane was flying from Houston to Dallas. It flew into a very strong thunderstorm. Sadly, all 85 people on board, including the crew and passengers, did not survive. Investigators found that the pilot tried to fly through the storm. The plane broke apart while the pilot was trying to get out of the bad weather.
Famous People from Dawson
- Anjanette Comer, an actress
- Lester Roloff, an evangelist
See also
In Spanish: Dawson (Texas) para niños
