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Fountain Valley, California

Located in Orange County, California, Fountain Valley was established in 1957. Named for the artesian wells that created fountain-like springs. Significant Vietnamese American community.
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Founded 1957 | Population 56,000 | Peak 56,000 (2024) | County Orange County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Fountain Valley, California

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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Fountain Valley's character and economy.
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1957 Founded: Fountain Valley was founded as a maritime community in Orange County.
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1957 Incorporated: Orange County community.
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2010 Modern Era: Fountain Valley continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1890 Culture
Higher Education
1957 Culture
Founded
1957 Government
Incorporated
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Named for the artesian wells that created fountain-like springs.
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Significant Vietnamese American community.
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Central Orange County between Huntington Beach and Costa Mesa.
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Fountain Valley was founded in 1957.
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Fountain Valley has a population of approximately 56,000.

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