Bessemer, Alabama
Population: 29,672
Located in Jefferson County
Bessemer is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountain Range, less than 15 miles from downtown Birmingham. The city, which covers over 45 square miles, is bordered by two interstate thoroughfares — I-459 to the South and I-20/59 to the Northwest. Over half of the continental United States' markets are within 600 miles of Bessemer, including Chicago in the Midwest, Dallas and Houston in the West, and Pittsburgh in the East. Major regional enterprises include a wide range of high-tech manufacturing concerns, and increasing number of service industries, higher education in the form of state universities and private colleges, and a growing convention industry. Approximately 71,788 people living within a five-mile radius of Bessemer, and the city itself had a population of 29,672. Bessemer and Birmingham both form a countywide metropolitan area of approximately 662,047 people Bessemer offers an abundance of activities— from the recreational amenities of city life to the natural beauty of unspoiled West Jefferson County lakes and forestland. Roosevelt Park, is the pride and joy of the city with lighted tennis courts, baseball and softball fields, a jogging tract, and an auditorium. Oak Mountain State Park, located 15 miles to the southeast, is the state's largest park with over 9,940 acres. The park facility includes horse stables, a golf course, a lakeside-shopping pavilion, and an amphitheater for concerts and entertainment events. The Bessemer YMCA organization maintains 27 acres of land on the City's southwestern side that features two gymnasiums, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, racquetball courts, running tracks, tennis courts and five softball fields. There are seven golf courses located less than 15 minutes from downtown: five public courses and one private club. There are also numerous public and private golf courses within the Birmingham metropolitan area. Bessemer's central location in the State of Alabama makes it possible for residents to drive to many of Alabama's most popular tourist spots in just a few hours. The Alabama Space and Rocket Center/Marshall Space Flight Center Museum is in Huntsville, and the Alabama International Motor Speedway in Talladege make ideal day trips. Other attractions, like the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, and beautiful, sunny beaches in Mobile and Gulf Shores are further off, but also offer fun and enjoyment for the entire family. Located on the city's western side, Visionland is a 60-acre theme park that features a water park and an amusement park, including one of the nation's fastest wooden roller coasters, the Rampage. Located just 10 miles southwest of Bessemer, Tannehill Historic Park is the site of a Confederate armaments foundry that was destroyed by Federal troops during the Civil War. In 1976, the site was restored and developed into an industrial history park that today is visited by more than 250,000 people annually. With such a great location, it is easy to see why this community has been recognized as the fourth best business development area in the nation. Bessemer enjoys a rich history, and a look at the city today shows a businesses with many diverse backgrounds. Bessemer is known as "The Marvel City" and its future looks bright. Wear your shades and come on in!
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