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Santee, California

Located in San Diego County, California, Santee was established in 1980. East San Diego County suburb with Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve. Named for early settler Milton Santee.
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Founded 1980 | Population 61,000 | Peak 61,000 (2024) | County San Diego County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Santee, California

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1980 Founded: Santee was founded with Spanish colonial roots in San Diego County.
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1980 Incorporated: East County community.
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1980 Postwar Growth: Santee grew rapidly during the postwar suburban expansion.
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2010 Modern Era: Santee continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

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Did You Know?

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East San Diego County suburb with Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve.
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Named for early settler Milton Santee.
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Incorporated in 1980.
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Santee has a population of approximately 61,000.

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