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Colton, California

Located in San Bernardino County, California, Colton was established in 1887. Colton Crossing is one of the busiest rail junctions in America. Major railroad hub in the Inland Empire.
Founded 1887 | Population 56,000 | Peak 56,000 (2024) | County San Bernardino County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Colton, California

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1887Founded: Colton was founded as a railroad town in San Bernardino County.
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1887Incorporated: Railroad hub.
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2010Modern Era: Colton continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020Modern Growth: Colton continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Complete Historical Timeline

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1887 Transport
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Did You Know?

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Colton Crossing is one of the busiest rail junctions in America.
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Major railroad hub in the Inland Empire.
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Adjacent to Loma Linda and San Bernardino.
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Colton is located in San Bernardino County, California.
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Colton was founded in 1887.
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