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Hueco Tanks

Hueco, El Paso County

Marker Text

One of the most historic spots in the Southwest. Famous watering place for Indians, emigrants, and travelers. Near here on many occasions the Apache challenged the right of the white man to pass through and disturb his country. Here was a station of the Southern Overland Mail Line which linked St. Louis with San Francisco, 1858-1861. 1936

Marker Details

Address
Location Description Hueco Tanks State Park about 35 miles East of El Paso
Marker # 2592
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Centennial - Subject Marker (gray granite)
Code geology; water topics; Native Americans
Latitude, Longitude 31.925146, -106.041569

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