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Salt Flats of Pilgrim Lake

, Gonzales County

Marker Text

Long before the arrival of Spaniards or Anglo-Americans, this natural salt source was probably utilized by native Indians. Although not produced in great quantities, salt was processed here by pioneers in the 1800s. In damp weather, salty "dew" forms on the flats.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description from Gonzales, take SH 97 S about 2.25 miles to FM 1116 South. Follow about 13.75 miles S. to roadside area.
Marker # 4499
Dedicated 1969
Size, Type 14" x 24"
Code geology
Latitude, Longitude 29.317518, -97.506043

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