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Desert, Texas
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 Desert, Texas
Location in Texas
Desert, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Collin |
| Elevation | 702 ft (214 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1355937 |
Desert is a small, unincorporated community in Collin County, Texas. An unincorporated community is a place where people live that does not have its own local government. It is located in the U.S. state of Texas. Desert is part of the larger Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex area. In the year 2000, about 25 people lived in Desert.
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The Story of Desert, Texas
The area that is now Desert was first settled around 1890. It got its name from a creek that flows just outside the community.
Early Services and Businesses
A post office was opened in Desert in 1893. It helped people send and receive mail. This post office stayed open for about 11 years, closing in 1904.
For much of its history, Desert was a small center for shopping and services. It had a general store where people could buy everyday items. There was also a church for the community to gather. A gristmill was also present, which was used to grind grain into flour.
Population Over Time
Desert has always been a very small community. It never had more than 100 people living in its area. From 1933 all the way through 2000, the population was estimated to be around 25 residents.
Where is Desert Located?
Desert is found in the far-northeastern part of Collin County. It is located along Texas State Highway 160. The community is also very close to where the borders of Grayson County and Fannin County meet.
Learning in Desert
In the past, Desert had its very own school for local children. Today, students from the community attend schools that are part of the Trenton Independent School District.
