Rochelle in McCulloch County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Rochelle Depot
Photographed By Duane Hall, April 11, 2018
1. Rochelle Depot Marker
Inscription.
Rochelle Depot. . J.F. Crew of Ohio purchased land here in 1902 and later moved to McCulloch County and founded the settlement of Rochelle. When the Fort Worth and Rio Grande Railroad built a line from Brownwood to Brady in 1902-03, he was successful in having it routed through Rochelle. Later part of the Santa Fe system, the railroad played an important role in the area’s early growth and agricultural development. The town’s first depot burned and was replaced about 1912 by this frame structure. In 1956 it was moved to this site for use as a community center.
J.F. Crew of Ohio purchased land here in 1902 and later moved to McCulloch County and founded the settlement of Rochelle. When the Fort Worth and Rio Grande Railroad built a line from Brownwood to Brady in 1902-03, he was successful in having it routed through Rochelle. Later part of the Santa Fe system, the railroad played an important role in the area’s early growth and agricultural development. The town’s first depot burned and was replaced about 1912 by this frame structure. In 1956 it was moved to this site for use as a community center.
Erected 1982 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 4315.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Railroads & Streetcars. A significant historical year for this entry is 1902.
Location. 31° 13.587′ N, 99° 12.589′ W. Marker is in Rochelle, Texas, in McCulloch County. Marker is at the intersection of U.S. 190 and SE 5th Street, on the left when traveling east on U.S. 190. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Rochelle TX 76872, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 17, 2018. It was originally submitted on April 16, 2018, by Duane Hall of Abilene, Texas. This page has been viewed 497 times since then and 95 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on April 16, 2018, by Duane Hall of Abilene, Texas.
