Site of Early Water Well
County's first well; dug by hand, 1884, it supplied the entire town. Formerly water had been shipped by rail from Monahans (50 mi. W). Well--6 feet wide, 50 feet deep--was equipped with a hand pump and a bucket rest (under spout). It also furnished water for town cattle trough. (1969)
31.9966° N, 102.0731° W
The Texas Historical Commission lists this marker as missing. The inscription above is from its records.
Where to Find It
Near intersection of Missouri Ave. and Baird St. Marker reported missing Dec. 1999.
Nearby Markers
- 0.1 mi NW First Post Office in Midland Midland
- 0.1 mi NW Site of Midland County's First Bank Midland
- 0.1 mi NW Former Site of Midland National Bank Midland
- 0.1 mi N John Valentine Pliska Midland
- 0.2 mi N Dorsey Home Midland
- 0.2 mi N Brown-Dorsey House Midland