Ida in Monroe County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
The Railroad Well
Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, April 6, 2021
1. The Railroad Well Marker
Inscription.
The Railroad Well. . In 1836, a well was placed at this site for the use of the Southern Michigan Railroad Company to supply water for its steam locomotives. This rail line was used for passengers and freight between Monroe and Adrian. Because the water from this well proved to be an excellent supply, a stop was established here and the township of Ida was born and flourished. As time passed, the well was closed by the railroad. In 1939, the new Ida Volunteer Fire Department re-opened the well and leased its use from the railroad to provide fire protection for the community of Ida.
In 1836, a well was placed at this site for the
use of the Southern Michigan Railroad Company
to supply water for its steam locomotives. This
rail line was used for passengers and freight
between Monroe and Adrian. Because the water
from this well proved to be an excellent supply,
a stop was established here and the township
of Ida was born and flourished. As time passed,
the well was closed by the railroad. In 1939, the new Ida Volunteer Fire Department re-opened the well and leased its use from the railroad to provide fire protection for the community of Ida.
Erected by Monroe County Historical Commission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Railroads & Streetcars. A significant historical year for this entry is 1836.
Location. 41° 54.502′ N, 83° 34.442′ W. Marker is in Ida, Michigan, in Monroe County. Marker is on Lewis Avenue, 0.1 miles north of Ida Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3016 Lewis Ave, Ida MI 48140, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 6, 2021. It was originally submitted on April 6, 2021, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. This page has been viewed 206 times since then and 28 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on April 6, 2021, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. • Mark Hilton was the editor who published this page.
