Cross Plains

Motto: “Home of Conan the Barbarian Author, Robert E. Howard.” 2007 Est. Pop.: 1,062. Location: 44 miles southeast of Abilene at junction of State Highways 36 and 206 The settlement of Cross Plains was originally known as Turkey Creek and Schleicher before the establishment of a post office in 1877. Three years later, the community had grown to include a cotton gin, gristmill, wagon maker and store. On the Net www.crossplains.com

Cross Plains Schools

• Cross Plains Elementary School
• Cross Plains High School
• Cross Plains Junior High School

Cross Plains Information

• Browse Cross Plains population information, age breakdown, crime statistics, average temperature, average travel time to and from work, average age of homes in area and more