Another in the list of ghost towns and communities that are no more, or have been absorbed into the larger Austin, Texas.
Above is part of a USGS map showing relation of Merrilltown, TX, to Austin. From Geologic Atlas Of The United States, Austin Folio, Texas: USGS Geologic Folio, 1902 (surveyed 1895). Notice "Pilot Knob (North)" just east of Merrilltown used for reference by travelers in the 1800s (there are other "Pilot Knobs" in Travis and adjacent counties, hence the "North" designation).
Historic marker at Merrilltown Cemetery can be viewed here: Merrilltown Cemetery
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