Potomac, MD
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About Potomac
- • Gold medal swimmer Katie Ledecky, an Olympic champion, hails from Potomac.
- • While not invented here, many famous politicians and CEOs call Potomac home.
- • Its proximity to Washington, D.C. made it a desirable residential area.
- • The Congressional Country Club, a prestigious golf course, is located in Potomac.
- • Potomac faced significant flooding from the Potomac River throughout its history.
- • Named after the Potomac River, it was designated as a place in the 1880s.
- • Home to over 48,000 residents, it's larger than many Maryland towns.
- • At 351 feet, the elevation offers rolling hills, uncommon near the coast.
- • Many residents work in professional, scientific, and technical services.
- • Potomac offers a comfortable, upscale, and family-friendly atmosphere.
- • The Washington Nationals, a nearby MLB team, won the World Series in 2019.
- • Congressional Country Club hosted multiple major golf championships.
