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City	Tallassee
State	Alabama (AL)
County	Elmore County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	32.535968
Longitude	-85.893292
Population	4,763
Density	166.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	36078
Area Code	334, 251
County Seat	Wetumpka
School District	Tallassee City School District

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About Tallassee, Alabama

Tallassee is a locality in Elmore County, Alabama, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,763. The population density is 166.3 people per km². Tallassee is located at 32.5360°N, 85.8933°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Tallassee is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 36078.

Tallassee anchors itself firmly upon the red-clay earth, defined by the steady, persistent flow of the Tallapoosa River. It lies 21.3 miles northeast of Pike Road, AL (from Pike Road, AL: bearing 35°T), and is situated 14.1 miles west-northwest of Tuskegee. The local horizon is broken by the distant silhouette of Heck Ridge, while the lower elevations dip into the fertile, humid basin of Tuckabatchie Bottoms. Beyond the immediate development, the landscape transitions into dense woodland, with the expansive Tuskegee National Forest lying seventeen miles away. The terrain remains distinctly inland, characterized by heavy, moisture-laden air that clings to the longleaf pines as evening light turns the sky a bruised, contemplative violet. A quiet stillness persists near the Tallassee Sewage Disposal Pond, a simple body of water that marks the subtle contours of the local topography.

Tallassee carries the weight of a long industrial narrative, having once been a pivotal site for textile manufacturing that harnessed the power of the water. The economy transitioned from these early mills to a more diverse base, though the red-clay soil continues to support the rhythms of agriculture that have defined the region for generations. Residents move through their days with a deliberate pace, working in fields and facilities that rely on the endurance of the surrounding landscape. The presence of State-owned Submerged Lands provides a stark reminder of the area’s commitment to managing its natural resources amidst the push of modern industry. Life here remains tethered to the cycles of the seasons, where the heat of the summer sun dictates the intensity of the work performed across the plains.

Cultural character in Tallassee flows from a deep, complex heritage that remains etched into the social fabric of the local population. The town serves as a quiet vessel for regional memory, where the legacy of past struggles and triumphs informs the way neighbors interact today. Notable landmarks stand as quiet witnesses to the passage of time, while local events bring residents together to celebrate the specific traditions of the Alabama interior. While Tallassee does not seek the clamor of the national spotlight, it has been the home of figures such as the renowned author Harper Lee, who spent part of her youth in this specific environment. The spirit of the place is not found in grand gestures, but in the way the light catches the dust on a back road at dusk, offering a moment of unadorned, singular beauty.

Nearby Outdoor Places

State-owned Submerged Lands (Resource Management Area) — 0.2 mi, 101° E
City Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 063° NE
Tallassee Softball Complex (Local Recreation) — 2.1 mi, 057° NE
Coon Creek Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 4.1 mi, 007° N
Yates Lake West Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 4.8 mi, 354° N
Beginning of the George Washington Carver Nutrition Trail (Attraction) — 13.1 mi, 124° SE
Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site (Museum) — 13.3 mi, 124° SE
Tuskegee National Forest (National Forest) — 14.8 mi, 118° SE · 11k acres
The Alleyway (Attraction) — 18.1 mi, 271° W
Marcia Weber Art Objects (Gallery) — 18.1 mi, 270° W
Kelly Fitzgerald Art Museum (Museum) — 18.1 mi, 271° W
Dixie Art Colony Foundation (Gallery) — 18.1 mi, 271° W
Wetumpka Depot Players (Arts Centre) — 18.2 mi, 270° W
Rumbling Water Studios and Gallery (Gallery) — 18.3 mi, 270° W
Fort Jackson (Historic Ruins) — 21.2 mi, 264° W
Wind Creek State Park (State Park) — 21.6 mi, 353° N
Chewacla State Park (State Park) — 22.4 mi, 087° E
Alabama Shakespeare Festival at Carolyn Blount Theatre (Theatre) — 22.6 mi, 235° SW
Charles Barkley (Public Artwork) — 23.8 mi, 079° E
The Auburn Memorial (Monument) — 24.2 mi, 080° E
Founders' Oak (Attraction) — 24.2 mi, 080° E
WWI Memorial (Monument) — 24.4 mi, 079° E
Civil War Cannon Lathe (Attraction) — 24.4 mi, 079° E
Veteran's Memorial Monument (Monument) — 24.9 mi, 078° E
W. A. Gayle Planetarium (Museum) — 25.7 mi, 243° SW
Rosa Parks Library and Museum (Museum) — 26.7 mi, 246° SW
Talladega National Forest (National Forest) — 42.7 mi, 346° N · 395k acres
Cheaha Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 57.6 mi, 003° N · 7,400 acres
Cahaba River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 75.7 mi, 299° NW · 8,383 acres
Mountain Longleaf National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 77.8 mi, 005° N · 18k acres

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