Berclair, Texas
| Berclair, Texas | |
|---|---|
| Unincorporated community | |
.jpg) Berclair Mansion | |
  Berclair  Berclair | |
| Coordinates: 28°31′51″N 97°35′28″W / 28.53083°N 97.59111°WCoordinates: 28°31′51″N 97°35′28″W / 28.53083°N 97.59111°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Goliad |
| Elevation | 190 ft (60 m) |
| Population (2000) | |
| • Total | 253 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 361 |
Berclair is an unincorporated community in Goliad County, Texas, United States. It is part of the Victoria, Texas Metropolitan Statistical Area.
History
Berclair was founded in 1889 when the railroad was extended to that point.[1] The town's name is an amalgamation of Bert and Clair Lucas, the names of local ranchers.[2]
See also
References
- ↑ Berclair from the Handbook of Texas Online
- ↑ Tarpley, Fred (5 July 2010). 1001 Texas Place Names. University of Texas Press. p. 24. ISBN 978-0-292-78693-6.
External links
Municipalities and communities of Goliad County, Texas, United States | ||
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