Bay City is situated only 20 miles from the Gulf of Mexico.
Bay City is the county seat of Matagorda County. Bay City was established
in 1894. Houston lies 75 miles to the northeast of Bay City. Dallas is 320
miles from Bay City. The city limits of Bay City incorporate an area of
more than 6 square miles. Bay City lies on the junction of State Highway
60 and 35. The name Bay City was taken in 1894 from its location on Bay
Prairie on land between Caney Creek and the Colorado River. From 1965 the
Port of Bay City Authority has served the residents of Bay City and their
maritime needs. The Port of Bay City Commercial Docks help to provide a
vital connection to international companies through the Colorado River and
Gulf Waterways.
Bay City
201 7th Street,
Bay City Texas
Phone: 1-800-806-8333
Local Number: 979-245-8333
