La Cerda
La Cerda was near the site of present Woden in southeastern Nacogdoches County. The community was named for Nepomuceno de la Cerda, the original grantee of the surrounding land. The area was apparently settled before the Civil War. When the Angelina and Neches River Railroad was built around 1905, the settlement became a flag station. After World War II most of its residents moved away.
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Christopher Long | © TSHA
Adapted from the official Handbook of Texas, a state encyclopedia developed by Texas State Historical Association (TSHA). It is an authoritative source of trusted historical records.
- Adoption Status:
- This place has been adopted and will not be available until January 4, 2025
- Adopted by:
- Christopher M. Cerda Jr, Alexis M. Cerda
- Dedication Message:
- In honor of our family history, we are descendants of Juan Nepomuceno de la Cerda
Belongs to
La Cerda is part of or belongs to the following places:
Currently Exists
No
Place type
La Cerda is classified as a Town
Associated Names
- (Woden)
Location
Latitude: 31.43796240Longitude: -94.39742540
Has Post Office
No
Is Incorporated
No