Municipal Stadium – Waco TX
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member WalksfarTX
N 31° 32.509 W 097° 07.930
14R E 677313 N 3491162
It was the home field of Baylor University's athletic teams from the time shortly after the stadium was built in 1936 until 1949.
Waymark Code: WMP0Q0
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 06/05/2015
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member NW_history_buff
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Living New Deal

Waco, Texas’s Municipal Stadium was constructed in 1936 as a federal Public Works Administration (PWA) project. The stadium is located at the northwest corner of S. 15th St. and Dutton Ave.

The PWA provided a $39,000 loan and $16,000 grant; the total cost of the project was $58,133. Construction occurred between May and October 1936.

Waco Tribune Herald 4/19/1935

The new stadium will cover two blocks. The Grandstand and bleachers, seating 18,000 will be constructed of steel and concrete. The grandstand will be roofed with tile. Dressing rooms and other adjuncts will be underneath the grandstand. The field will include a track.

Project type: Park structure/building (other than lodge)

Date built or created: 1936

Location: Municipal Sports Stadium

City: Waco

Condition: Good upkeep with a little wear and tear

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