Sweetwater in Nolan County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Texas and Pacific Railway
Photographed By Dave W, November 5, 2022
1. Texas and Pacific Railway Marker
Construction of the Texas and Pacific Railway began in East Texas in the early 1870's. By 1880 the line was expanding westward. It reached Sweetwater in 1881, with the first train arriving on March 12 of that year. Sweetwater became a railroad town, with business and homes built along the rail line. The railroad was a major influence on the town's development, bringing in settlers and building materials and providing shipping access for local products and livestock. The railroad station at this site was razed after passenger service was discontinued in 1969.
Erected 1989 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 5240.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Industry & Commerce • Railroads & Streetcars • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1881.
Location. 32° 28.147′ N, 100° 24.468′ W. Marker is in Sweetwater, Texas, in Nolan County. Marker is on Oak Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 104 Oak St, Sweetwater TX 79556, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. W.A.S.P. (Women's Airforce Service Pilots) Training Base: Avenger Field (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Nolan County (about 600 feet away); Ragland Building
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Photographed By Dave W, November 5, 2022
2. Texas and Pacific Railway Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on December 12, 2022. It was originally submitted on December 7, 2022, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. This page has been viewed 127 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 7, 2022, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
