BRITTON

NAME: Britton COUNTY: Ellis ROADS: 2WD GRID: 3 CLIMATE: Hot summer, mild winter. BEST TIME TO VISIT: Spring

COMMENTS: The town lies on the border of both Ellis and Tarrant counties. REMAINS: Several homes, some abandoned. Cemetary. Abandoned bank. Many residents.

Britton was founded in 1885 when the post office was opened. It was formelly named Hellandville, but was changed to Britton a few years later. The community reached it's peak in the 1920's with over 300 residents. After Highway 287 was constructed and bipassed the town, people began to move to neighboring cities. The town now boasts a population of around 30. Recent construction in the area may soon engulf the town of Britton, making it within the city limits of Mansfield. Submitted by: Rex Von-Clayhammer

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