San Solomon Spring
Called "Mescalero Spring" in 1849, when watering corn and peaches of the Mescalero Apaches. To Ft. Davis soldiers, 1856, was "Head Spring". Present name given by first permanent settlers, Mexican farmers. Miller, Lyles and Murphy in 1871 began large-scale commercial irrigation. Murphy built first canals. (1964)
30.9442° N, 103.7870° W
The Texas Historical Commission lists this marker as missing. The inscription above is from its records.
Where to Find It
Balmorhea State Park, at bath house. Marker reported missing Dec. 2021.
Nearby Markers
- 2.5 mi W Mission Mary Balmorhea