Pierce, Texas
Pierce, Texas | ||
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ZIP code 77467 | ||
| Area code | 979 | |
| GNIS | 1365193[1] | |
Pierce is an unincorporated community in Wharton County, Texas, United States. According to the Handbook of Texas, Pierce had an estimated population of 49 in 2000. It is located within the Greater Houston metropolitan area.
History
The community was originally called Pierce's Station in 1881. The
In June 1921, Pierce was struck by a Category 1 hurricane.[3]
Shanghai Pierce's ranch house in the community is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.[4]
Geography
Pierce is located on U.S. Route 59, 5 mi (8.0 km) northeast of El Campo and 8 mi (13 km) west of Wharton in central Wharton County.[2] It is also on Interstate 69 and Texas State Highway 71.
Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the
Education
The first school in Pierce was built in March 1894. A school district was established in 1921 and a campus was built with bricks. The Pierce Ranch financed its construction. In 1953, the school joined the Wharton ISD.[2]
Public education in the community of Pierce is provided by the El Campo Independent School District and Wharton Independent School District.
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Historic marker at site of a former hotel
References
- ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Pierce, Texas. Retrieved on August 15, 2013.
- ^ a b c Hudgins, Merle R. "Handbook of Texas Online: PIERCE, TX". Texas State Historical Association. Retrieved October 18, 2009.
- Hydrometeorological Prediction Center. pp. 39–40. Archived(PDF) from the original on May 28, 2010. Retrieved April 26, 2010.
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- ^ Climate Summary for Pierce, Texas
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