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Alleyton

Alleyton, Colorado County

Marker Text

Oldest permanent settlement and once largest town in Colorado County. Established by the pioneer Alley family (Willliam, John, Rawson, Thomas and Abraham), all members of Austin's original 300 settlers. Terminus of the Buffalo Bayou, Brazos and Colorado Railroad, 1860-1867.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description In Alleyton at the intersection of Center & Alleyton Rds., at southern edge of town (S. Side of Alleyton Rd.)
Marker # 129
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Centennial Marker
Code cities and towns
Latitude, Longitude 29.706402, -96.487127

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