#0121 Agua Mansa

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#0121 Agua Mansa

Site information:

Agua Mansa Cemetery, 2001 Agua Mansa Rd, Colton

The OHP information indicates this landmark commemorates the community of Agua Mansa, which no longer exists, as far as I know.  The cemetery does exist, and access to cemetery limited to operating hours.

34.040310,-117.364729

Plaque information:

Private plaque

Plaque is inside fence but can be seen from outside.

34.040310,-117.364729

Plaque text:

Agua Mansa Cemetery

This historic site marks the resting place of the pioneers of the Agua Mansa area which was started about 1840. The preservation of this cemetery began in 1951.

This plaque placed by Jurupa Parlor N. 296 Native Daughters of the Golden West, June 11, 1961.

OHP description:

Don Juan Bandini, owner of the Jurupa Rancho, donated parts of his rancho to a group of New Mexican colonists in 1845 on the understanding that they would aid in repelling Indian raids on his stock. The community was named Agua Mansa-Gentle Water-and was prosperous until 1862, when a great flood suddenly swept down the Santa Ana, carrying away the village of adobe buildings and covering the fields with sand and gravel. The village was rebuilt on higher ground, but never regained its former prosperity.

Registered 5/15/1933

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