Interested in fun facts and the history of Gardendale, TX?
Then read on!
1. Gardendale is a small village located in the Permian Basin of West Texas.
2. The population of Gardendale was 1,084 as of the 2010 census.
3. Gardendale is home to the world's largest oil field, the Permian Basin.
4. Gardendale is known for its annual Rattlesnake Roundup, which takes place in April each year.
5. Gardendale is home to the historic Gardendale Church, which was built in 1891.
6. Gardendale is home to the world's first oil well, which was drilled in 1921.
7. Gardendale is home to the world's oldest continuously operating rodeo, which has been held since 1922.
8. Gardendale is home to the world's oldest continuously operating post office, which has been in operation since 1923.
9. Gardendale is home to the world's largest cotton gin, which was built in 1925.
10. Gardendale is home to the world's largest wind farm, which was completed in 2017.