Near Magdalena in Socorro County, New Mexico — The American Mountains (Southwest)

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Magdalena

Photographed By Gregory Walker, November 23, 2010

1. Magdalena Marker

Inscription. Magdalena is located in a mineral-rich area which became a center of silver mining in the 1860's. In 1885, a railroad was built to the smelter in Socorro, and Magdalena became an important railhead for cattle, sheep, and ore.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Railroads & Streetcars • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1885.

Location. This marker has been replaced by another marker nearby. It was located near 34° 6.79′ N, 107° 15.214′ W. Marker was near Magdalena, New Mexico, in Socorro County. Marker was on 1st Street (U.S. 60), on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker was in this post office area: Magdalena NM 87825, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 7 other markers are within 10 miles of this location, measured as the crow flies. A different marker also named Magdalena (a few steps from this marker); Riley (approx. 0.6 miles away); Kelly (approx. 0.8 miles away); a different marker also named Kelly (approx. 0.8 miles away); Magdalena Fault (approx. 1.4 miles away); Magdalena Livestock Driveway (approx. 8.7 miles away); a different marker also named Magdalena Fault (approx. 10 miles away).

Related marker. Click here for another marker that is related to this marker. This marker has been replaced

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Photographed By Gregory Walker, November 23, 2010

2. Location of Magdalena Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on December 29, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 9, 2010, by Gregory Walker of La Grange, Texas. This page has been viewed 819 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 9, 2010, by Gregory Walker of La Grange, Texas. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.