National Register of Historic Places

Hays County Jail

San Marcos, Hays County, Texas
Listed
August 25, 1983
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
83004500

Location

170 Fredericksburg St.
San Marcos, Hays County, Texas
29.88050, -97.94258

Significance

Hays County Jail is a building in San Marcos, Hays County, Texas. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on August 25, 1983, under reference number 83004500. It is recognized for its significance in Law and Architecture.

Categories

LAWARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

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Nearby Battles

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Questions about this property

When was Hays County Jail listed on the National Register?

Hays County Jail was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 25, 1983.

What type of historic resource is Hays County Jail?

Hays County Jail is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Hays County Jail?

The period of significance for Hays County Jail is recorded as the industrial era.

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