First Oil Well in Cooke County
Located on the Bud W Davis Farm (1 mile E), Cooke County's first producing oil well came in on Nov 9, 1924, heralding the beginning of a multi-million dollar industry and a new life style for the surrounding farm community. Carnival atmosphere prevailed while sightseers and reporters flocked to the lease. One enterprising man charged admission until questioned by a worker. The discovery well, drilled by C.A. Doudrick's Big Indian Oil Company continued to produce until 1970 when it was plugged.
33.6997° N, 97.0106° W
Where to Find It
Intersection of Main Street (FM 2896) and Campbell Street, Callisburg.
Nearby Markers
- 0.1 mi S Callisburg United Methodist Church Callisburg
- 1.7 mi NW Sam Callis Cemetery Callisburg
- 3.7 mi SW Gainesville Gainesville
- 3.8 mi SW The Cross Timbers Gainesville
- 4.6 mi S Nelson Grove Cemetery Gainesville
- 4.7 mi S Nelson Log House Gainesville