Matador Municipal Tank (EN0732) - Matador, TX
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member The Snowdog
N 34° 00.770 W 100° 49.266
14S E 331839 N 3765074
This fine old "tin man" tank serves the residents of Matador, Texas.
Waymark Code: WM1B5R0
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 12/10/2024
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Ernmark
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This is an old-style "riveted tank." The tank is painted silver, with MATADOR in black letters on one side, and sits atop a 160-foot four-legged tower. Although nearly a century old, the tank appears to still be in service.
Condition: Mark found in good condition

Designation: MATADOR MUNICIPAL TANK

Benchmark Agency: National Geodetic Survey

Monumentation type: Elevated Tank

County: Matador, Texas

Find type: Found by luck/skill/knowledge

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NGS PID: EN0732

Benchmark Agency (if other): Not listed

Monumentation type (if other): Not listed

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Special Category (if other): Not listed

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