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Farmington, New Mexico

Located in San Juan County, New Mexico, Farmington was established in 1901. At the confluence of three rivers in the Four Corners region. Near both Aztec Ruins and Chaco Culture National Historical Park.
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Founded 1901 | Population 45,000 | Peak 45,000 (2024) | County San Juan County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Farmington, New Mexico

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1885Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Farmington.
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1901Founded: Farmington was founded as a railroad town in San Juan County.
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1950Economic Development: Farmington grew through the oil and petroleum industry.
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2010Modern Era: Farmington continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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1885 Transport
Railroad Era
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Did You Know?

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At the confluence of three rivers in the Four Corners region.
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Near both Aztec Ruins and Chaco Culture National Historical Park.
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Major oil and gas center in northwest New Mexico.
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Farmington is located in San Juan County, New Mexico.
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Farmington was founded in 1901.
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