WW 2 Blimp Base Remains - Hitchcock TX
Posted by: 
PeterNoG
N 29° 20.131 W 095° 02.658
15R E 301509 N 3246894
This roadside attraction is the Remain of a WW 2 Blimp Base. It's on private property so the nearest viewing is along FM 2004 north east of Blimp Base Rd.
Waymark Code: WMA7NT
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 11/28/2010
Views: 18
Forty-seven buildings were constructed here in 1942-1943 including a massive hanger to house six blimps for coastal defense and observation during the war. Following the war, the buildings were all re-designated for other uses including some for private interests. The blimp hangar roof was damaged in 1961 by hurricane Carla, then destroyed by fire in 1962, so all that remain are those four concrete corner towers which were too expensive to demolish.
Price of Admission: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
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Weekday Hours: Not listed
Weekend Hours: Not listed
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