Site of Epperson's Ferry
At this crossing, constructed by nature and used by Caddo Indians, early French and Spanish explorers, and travelers over Trammel's Trace, 1815, 1830, Mark Epperson before 1837 established a ferry used until the construction of a wooden bridge antedating the modern structure erected in 1924. Erected by the State of Texas 1936. SUPPLEMENTAL PLATE: 1956 This monument was removed to its present location when its original site, 7 miles southwest, was inundated by Lake Texarkana
33.3384° N, 94.3278° W
The Texas Historical Commission lists this marker as damaged.
Where to Find It
Northwest corner of US 67 and Broadway, 0.4 mi. NE of US 67 and Lincoln St. Marker reported damaged (toppled) Jul. 2022. Restoration pending.
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