Fort Bliss, Texas

Fort Bliss is a census-designated place and US Army post located in El Paso County, Texas. The Fort is named for Lieutenant Colonel William Bliss, who was a son-in-law of President Zachary Taylor and who was re-interred at Fort Bliss National Cemetery on post.

Geography

Fort Bliss is located at 31°48'7" North, 106°25'29" West (31.801847, -106.424608){{GR|1}}.

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the portion of the base occupied by housing has a total area of 16.0 km² (6.2 mi²). 16.0 km² (6.2 mi²) of it is land and none of the area is covered with water.

Related Topics:
United States Census Bureau - Km² - Mi²

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