Marshall Ford, Texas facts for kids
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Mansfield Dam in Marshall Ford
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 Marshall Ford
Location in Texas
Marshall Ford
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Travis |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
Marshall Ford is a small community in Travis County, Texas, United States. It is called an "unincorporated community" because it doesn't have its own local government like a city does. Marshall Ford is part of the larger Greater Austin area.
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The Story of Marshall Ford
For many years, people living in the western part of Travis County needed a way to get to Austin. They used a shallow spot in the Colorado River to cross it. This crossing was called a "ford." Marshall Ford became a busy trading spot where people bought and sold things like wood.
Building Mansfield Dam
In 1934, the Lower Colorado River Authority started building a very important structure. They built the Mansfield Dam in this area. This huge dam helps control floods and is a key part of how water is managed in the Colorado River system.
The Post Office
Marshall Ford even had its own post office for a while. Jack S. Beauchamp was the first postmaster. However, the post office closed in 1942. After that, people in Marshall Ford received their mail through Austin.
Where is Marshall Ford?
Marshall Ford is located right on the edge of Lake Travis. It is about 18 miles (29 km) northwest of Austin in Travis County.
Schools in Marshall Ford
Today, students in Marshall Ford attend schools that are part of the Leander Independent School District. The schools serving the community include Steiner Ranch Elementary School, Canyon Ridge Middle School, and Vandegrift High School.
