Center Point in Kerr County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Center Point Train Depot

Photographed By James Hulse, March 21, 2023

1. Center Point Train Depot Marker

Inscription. The Center Point Train Depot was built in the 1920's by the San Antonio and Aransas Pass Railway. This depot was located on what is now Highway 27 and was on the north side of the Guadalupe River near where Hwy 480 and Hwy 27 meet.

By 1875 Center Point was a thriving community and active trading center for area ranches and farms. After the arrival of the railroad, train boxcars would be filled with cattle, wool, mohair, and farm produce which were shipped to cities far and wide. The depot was also important for passenger travel, bringing visitors for business and recreation.

By 1900 Center Point had an estimated population of 500, permanent churches, a solid business community, public schools and a growing reputation as a health and recreation resort area.

Rail service was discontinued in the early 1970's.

In 2012 the depot was moved to its current location, here in the Center Point Historical Park.

Erected by Center Point Area Historical Preservation Association.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Animals • Industry & Commerce • Railroads & Streetcars. A significant historical year for this entry is 1875.

Location. 29° 56.621′ N, 99° 2.232′ W.

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Marker is in Center Point, Texas, in Kerr County. Marker is on San Antonio Street (Farm to Market Road 480) 0.1 miles north of China Street (Farm to Market Road 1350), on the right when traveling north. The marker is located at the front entrance to the historical park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 308 FM 480, Center Point TX 78010, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Center Point, Texas (a few steps from this marker); Camp Verde, Texas (a few steps from this marker); Woolls Building (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Center Point United Methodist Church (about 600 feet away); Rising Star Lodge No. 429, A.F.& A.M (about 700 feet away); Center Point Christian Church (about 800 feet away); Center Point School (approx. ¼ mile away); Mosty Brothers Nursery (approx. 0.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Center Point.

Also see . . . Center Point, TX (Kerr County). Center Point is on the Guadalupe River eight miles southeast of Kerrville in southeastern Kerr County. The site became a focal point for business activity when early settler Dr. Charles de Ganahl opened a post office in his home on the north side of the river in November 1859. (Submitted on June 5, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)

The view of the Center Point Train Depot and Marker from the park image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, March 21, 2023

2. The view of the Center Point Train Depot and Marker from the park

The Center Point Train Depot image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, March 21, 2023

3. The Center Point Train Depot

Credits. This page was last revised on June 5, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 5, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 103 times since then and 40 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 5, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.