Stairtown, Texas facts for kids
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Stairtown, Texas
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 Stairtown, Texas
Location in Texas
Stairtown, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Caldwell |
| Elevation | 456 ft (139 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 512 & 737 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1347790 |
Stairtown is a small place in Caldwell County, Texas, in the United States. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it is not officially a city or town with its own local government. In 2000, about 35 people lived there. Stairtown is also part of a larger area around the cities of Austin and Round Rock.
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History of Stairtown
How Stairtown Began
Stairtown started in the 1920s. This was right after oil was found nearby in the Luling oilfield. The community got its name from Oscar F. Stair, who owned land in the area.
Population and Growth
By the late 1940s, Stairtown had a few businesses. About 20 people lived there at that time. The number of people grew to 35 by the late 1960s. This population stayed about the same until 2000.
There were some oil derricks and homes in Stairtown. However, not many workers were needed there. This was because the larger town of Luling was very close by. Oscar F. Stair's grandson, Fred, shared that his grandfather was born in 1867. His family still owns most of the land in Stairtown today. This land is mostly covered with Mesquite trees.
Recent Events in Stairtown
On August 28, 2008, a natural gas pipeline in Stairtown had an explosion and caught fire. Later, on March 21, 2022, Stairtown was affected by a tornado. This tornado caused some damage to the community.
Where is Stairtown Located?
Stairtown is found where two roads meet. These roads are State Highway 80 and FM 671. It is in the southwestern part of Caldwell County.
The community is about six miles northwest of Luling. It is also about 20 miles southeast of San Marcos.
Education in Stairtown
Schools Serving Stairtown
Children living in Stairtown go to public schools. These schools are part of the Prairie Lea Independent School District.
