Historical Markers of Texas logo

Historical Markers of Texas

Back to Sterling County

Concho, San Saba & Llano Valley Railroad Station

Sterling City, Sterling County

Marker Text

Attracted by the area's livestock production, nearby shipping points, and the financial support of the town, the Concho, San Saba and Llano Valley Railroad began building a line to Sterling City in 1909. A boxcar served as the depot until this mission revival building was completed. Highway and pipeline construction caused a decline in rail traffic and the line closed in 1958. Only the depot remains as a reminder of the early rail service that helped develop the area. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1980

Marker Details

Address 9th and Washington streets
Location Description Corner of Stadium Drive and north end of Washington Street. Medallion reported missing.
Marker # 1019
Dedicated 1981
Size, Type Medallion & Plate
Code railroad depots; railroads
Latitude, Longitude 31.842244, -100.984536

Map