Floydada, Texas
City Marker
Address: West Houston Street
Directions: At the corner of Shate Highway 207 and Highway 70, Floydada, Texas
Marker #: None
Year Dedicated: 2009
Size, type: 18" x 28" Subject
Last reported condition: Good
Floydada, Texas
In 1890 Floyd City was founded by J. K. Gwynn and M. C. Williams on land donated by James B. and Caroline V. Price of Missouri.
1909 to 2009
The county seat was awarded to Floyd City during the election held May 28, 1890.
However, a post office named Floyd in Hunt County prevented the designation of Floyd City, thus changing the name to Floydada.
The town grew quickly as homes were built and businesses established. The Santa Fe Railroad arrived in town in 1910 followed by the Quanah, Acme and Pacific Railroads in 1928.
Ranching and agriculture has sustained the town throughout the years. Schools and churches also have provided strength and stability to the citizens of Floydada.
The City of Floydada was officially incorporated in October 1909 following the September election. There were 58 of 75 "for" the incorporation. The population was approximately 500.
Today, Floydada continues to provide a central point for agriculture and authentic country living. (2009)
Decimal degrees: 33.979200, -101.340508
Degrees, minutes: N 33 58 45.0 W 101 20 25.7