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Cedar Hill, Texas

Located in Dallas/Ellis County, Texas, Cedar Hill was established in 1846. Cedar Hill State Park is on Joe Pool Lake. SW Dallas suburb with rolling hills.
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Founded 1846 | Population 50,000 | Peak 50,000 (2024) | County Dallas/Ellis County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Cedar Hill, Texas

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1846 Founded: Named for cedar trees.
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1858 Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Cedar Hill.
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1956 Incorporated: Cedar Hill was officially incorporated as a city.
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2010 Modern Era: Cedar Hill continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1846 Culture
Founded
1858 Transport
Railroad Era
1956 Government
Incorporated
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Cedar Hill State Park is on Joe Pool Lake.
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SW Dallas suburb with rolling hills.
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Named for the cedar trees that covered the hills.
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Cedar Hill is located in Dallas/Ellis County, Texas.
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Cedar Hill was founded in 1846.

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