Marker Inscription
On the fateful morning of June 11, 1965, just after 7:00 a.m. following a night of continuous rain, a wall of water with a velocity of 100,000 cubic feet per second crested upon the railroad and ranching community of Sanderson. Twenty-six were killed during the natural disaster, demolishing around sixty homes, injuring dozens and causing many to be homeless. The force of the water washed away railroad and highway bridges and twisted heavy steel rails. Along with the destruction, there were also acts of heroism. Individuals risked their lives to save others and citizens quickly organized to provide relief to victims. (2015)
About this site
Sanderson Flash Flood is a historical marker in Sanderson, Terrell County, dedicated in 2015. It is one of 7 historical markers documented in Terrell County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 10 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 30.1404, -102.3965 near Sanderson. The nearest cataloged historic site is Sanderson State Bank (historical marker), about 0.1 miles away. Others within a short drive include El Buen Pastor Church, Terrell, General Alexander W., and Terrell County Courthouse.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5507018243. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
