Deep Creek (Trinity River tributary)

Deep Creek is a stream in Wise County, Texas.[1]

Description

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The creek rises to the southeast of Decatur, close to U.S. Route 287. The creek flows south for five miles before meeting the Trinity River between Boyd and Aurora.[2]

History

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Sam Woody, an early settler, built a wooden house on the bank of the stream in 1854, establishing the first home in Wise County.[3] A small community named Deep Creek soon formed, however a cemetery is the only remaining feature.[4]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Deep Creek Community Historical Marker". www.hmdb.org. Retrieved 2024-09-02.
  2. ^ Water-supply Paper. U.S. Government Printing Office. 1919.
  3. ^ "Deep Creek Cemetery, Wise County TX". www.wisecountytexas.info. Retrieved 2024-09-02.
  4. ^ Association, Texas State Historical. "Deep Creek (Wise County)". Texas State Historical Association. Retrieved 2024-09-02.

33°06′52″N 97°31′35″W / 33.114446°N 97.526403°W / 33.114446; -97.526403