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Dallas, GA

Dallas is a city in, and the county seat of, Paulding County, Georgia, United States. The estimated population, as of 2020, was 14,042. Dallas is a northwestern exurb of Atlanta, located approximately 38 miles (61 km) from the downtown area. It was named for George M. Dallas, Vice President of the United States, under James K. Polk.

The area where in and around Dallas was originally held by the Muscogee people, but would eventually lose their land in the battle to the Cherokee in 1755. The area became a crossroads for the Cherokee who lived in the area.

When gold was discovered in Georgia in 1828, it began what was known as the Georgia Gold Rush. Paulding County was soon separated into 40-acre "Gold Lots" during the Gold Lottery of 1832 and people came from other parts of Georgia and other states to seek gold. The settlers found little gold in the area, with only small amounts being found in mines at Lost Mountain. Many settlers began using their parcels of land to grow crops instead.

Dallas is located at 33°55′7″N 84°50′27″W (33.918499, -84.840848). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.5 square miles (12 km²), of which 4.5 square miles (12 km²) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km²) (0.66%) is water.

Dallas is part of the Deep South cultural and geographic subregion. The city has an elevation of 1,043 feet (318 m), which makes it one of the highest-elevation suburban cities in the Atlanta metropolitan area. Dallas is also a part of the physiographic region of the greater Appalachian Mountains.

The tallest point in Dallas is Elsberry Mountain, which is 1,310 feet (400 m) in elevation at its summit. The second-highest point is Ray Mountain, with an elevation of 1,252 feet (382 m).

The drainage area for all waterways flowing through the area is classified as being in the Alabama-Coosa-Tallapoosa River Basin. There are no major rivers that flow through Dallas itself, but there are multiple large creeks, with the largest being Pumpkinvine Creek, which is a tributary of the Etowah River. Both Lake Allatoona and Lake Acworth are less than 15 miles (24 km) away from Dallas.

Dallas places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Residents benefit from various health-focused facilities and initiatives aimed at promoting well-being. The Paulding County Hospital and Wellstar Paulding Medical Center, are healthcare facilities in the region, ensuring that residents have access to quality medical services. Start your fitness journey at BodyPlex with its state-of-the-art gym facilities and diverse fitness classes. For a holistic approach, visit Thermae Retreat for yoga, meditation, and spa treatments. Explore nature with a hike at Paulding Forest Wildlife Management Area which offers scenic trails for all levels. Relax and unwind at La Vida Massage with their extensive massage therapy options. Improve your cardiovascular health at Anytime Fitness which provides 24/7 gym access and personal training sessions.

Top sites in Dallas, GA are Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site, Mt Tabor Park, and High Shoals Falls.

Population: 14,985 (2023). ZIP codes: 30132; 30157. Area code: 770. Elevation: 1,043 feet. Area: 7.42 sq mi (19.21 km²).

FAQs

Are there mountains in Dallas, GA?

Dallas is part of the Deep South cultural and geographic subregion. The city has an elevation of 1,043 feet (318 m), which makes it one of the highest-elevation suburban cities in the Atlanta metropolitan area. Dallas is also a part of the physiographic region of the greater Appalachian Mountains. The tallest point in Dallas is Elsberry Mountain, which is 1,310 feet (400 m) in elevation at its summit. The second-highest point is Ray Mountain, with an elevation of 1,252 feet (382 m).

Is Dallas, GA a good place to live?

Dallas is in Paulding County. Living in Dallas offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Dallas, there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Dallas and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Dallas are above average.

What is the history of Dallas, GA?

Between 1832 and 1874, parts of Paulding were annexed into Carroll, Cobb, Polk, and Douglas counties. On December 20, 1851, a section of Paulding was used to form Polk County, and the county seat of Van Wert was included in Polk County. Dallas became Paulding County's new seat in 1851. Dallas is named after George Mifflin Dallas, Vice President of the United States under James Polk. On May 14, 1852, Dallas was founded on land deeded from Garrett H. Spinks and became incorporated in 1854. Paulding County has two other incorporated cities, Hiram and Braswell.

Sources

City of Dallas

Wikipedia

Paulding

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Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site

Mt Tabor Park

High Shoals Falls

Paulding County Hospital

Wellstar Paulding Medical Center

BodyPlex

Thermae Retreat

Paulding Forest Wildlife Management Area

La Vida Massage

Anytime Fitness

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