Pass Cavallo (Texas)
Natural water inlet in Texas, United States / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Pass Cavallo, alternately known as Cavallo Pass, is one of five natural water inlets which separate the Gulf of Mexico and Matagorda Bay, in the U.S. state of Texas.[1] Matagorda Island Lighthouse was originally built on this site.[2] During the Civil War, Pass Cavallo was a major port of entry and was captured by the Union.[3]
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Coordinates | 28°23′05″N 96°23′02″W |
Part of | Matagorda Bay |
Primary outflows | Gulf of Mexico |
Managing agency | GNIS (feature ID 1343640 and 1343809) |
References | AOL. "Pass Cavallo, Texas" (Map). Mapquest. AOL. |
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