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McCamey

McCamey, Upton County

Marker Text

Founded 1926. Had 10,00 people in 1927. Named for Geo. B. McCamey, driller of discovery well that by 1964 had led way to opening of 31 oil and gas fields in Upton County. (Discovery well is 2.3 miles north of town). Center for horse, sheep, goat ranching. Has 5 parks. Home of Mendoza Trail Museum. Erected by Upton County Historical Survey Committee.

Marker Details

Address US 385, one mile N of McCamey
Location Description About 1 mile N of McCamey on US 385
Marker # 3276
Dedicated 1964
Size, Type 18" x 28"
Code cities and towns; oil/petroleum topics
Latitude, Longitude 31.143022, -102.237043

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