Graham in Young County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Standpipe Mountain

Photographed by James Hulse, June 6, 2022

1. Standpipe Mountain Marker

Inscription. Rising 1160 feet above sea level as part of the Belknap Range, Standpipe Mountain is the western peak of the twin mountains, which dominate the surrounding landscape. It was included in the land purchased in 1872 by E.S. and G.A. Graham, for whom the town was named. The brothers moved to this area from Kentucky to begin development of land and mineral resources in the area. The town of Graham developed rapidly and was soon the site of a grist mill, sawmill, brick factory, federal court, and the county courthouse.

During the early, 1890s the mountain was explored by E.S. Graham to determine if silver or other minerals might exist in commercial quantities. It became known as Standpipe Mountain in 1907 when a city water storage tank was first constructed on the crest.

Designated Victory Park, the mountain was donated to the city by the estate of E.S. Graham following World War I. Later developed by the Rotary Club, it has played a significant role in the community. Since the 1870s Standpipe Mountain has served as a landmark, a center of commercial activity, and as a favorite spot for numerous candlelight ceremonies, picnics, and outings.

Erected 1981 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 5095.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce

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Location. 33° 6.441′ N, 98° 35.266′ W. Marker is in Graham, Texas, in Young County. It is at the intersection of 4th Street and Cherry Street, on the right when traveling west on 4th Street. The marker is located 50 feet off the highway near the park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 707 4th Street, Graham TX 76450, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Big Country.

It is also on the American Great Plains.

Globally, it is in North America,

a Gulf of Mexico state,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain,

the Comanchería,

the Republic of Texas,

and one of the Confederate States of America.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Young County Jail (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Young County Armed Forces Memorial (about 800 feet away); Hero (about 800 feet away); To the Confederate Soldiers Of Young County (approx. 0.2 miles away); First National Bank in Graham (approx. 0.2 miles away); Site of Third County Courthouse (approx. 0.2 miles away); Graham Post Office (approx. 0.2 miles away); 1921 Young County Jail (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Graham.

Photographed by James Hulse, June 6, 2022

2. Standpipe Mountain Marker

Photographed by James Hulse, June 6, 2022

3. Standpipe Mountain Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on June 18, 2022. It was originally submitted on June 17, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 1,009 times since then and 66 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 18, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.