Algerita is an unincorporated community in San Saba County, in the U.S. state of Texas.[1]
History
Algebrita was established in 1885 and named for the algerita shrubs in the area. After the construction of a railroad in 1907, Algerita residents moved their settlement to be nearer to it. In 2000, the settlement had a population of forty-eight.[2]
Geography
Algerita stands on U.S. Route 190, 7.5 mi (12.1 km) west of San Saba in central San Saba County.[2]
Education
Algerita had its own school in 1949.[2] Today the community is served by the San Saba Independent School District.
References
- ^ a b c U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Algerita, Texas
- ^ a b c Yancy, Karen. "Algerita, TX". tshaonline.org. Retrieved February 16, 2023.
Municipalities and communities of San Saba County, Texas, United States | ||
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| Footnotes | ‡This populated place also has portions in an adjacent county or counties | |
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