Viboras, Texas

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Viboras, Texas is a ghost town in Starr County, Texas.

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History

Viboras was founded in 1753 along Los Olmos Creek by settlers brought to the area by governor of Nuevo Santander José de Escandón. [1] The name of the town means "snakes" in Spanish. [2] The town depopulated in the late 20th century. [3]

References

  1. Association, Texas State Historical. "History of Víboras: A Community in Starr County". Texas State Historical Association. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
  2. "Viboras, Texas, Starr County". www.texasescapes.com. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
  3. Association (TSHA), Texas State Historical. "Viboras". Texas Almanac. Retrieved 2025-08-15.

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