Shade's Well

Historical marker location:

Tyrone, Oklahoma

( Marker is at the intersection of U.S. 54 and County Highway D, on the left when traveling east on U.S. 54.)

Marker installed: 1957

Site two miles south.

Oklahoma is known for its oil industry, which began in the early 1900s when oil was discovered in the state. Today, Oklahoma is still a major producer of oil and natural gas.