The Big Book of Texas Ghost Stories by Alan Brown, published in 2012, doesnt mention the Old Alton Bridge. There are also some other mentions of the bridge hauntings, which arent part of the popular legends now: Fortunately, or unfortunately, depending on your point of view, the secondary visits have raised more questions than they might otherwise have answered, including additional photographic anomalies and cold spots on bright, sunny days where the physical environmental data would suggest it impossible. So its just a strange, unlikely coincidence that theres a connection between the dates of the moth man siding and this supposedly disappearance near the goat mans bridge. And both are popular urban legends, so if someone in 2010 wanted to make up this story, they probably were the type of person who was familiar with the moth man legend, so this might be a little Easter egg put in there.I was lucky enough to stumble upon a website called factschology.com, which had an article describing the deep dive that the podcast Myths, Mysteries, and Monsters went on to try to confirm this story. The comment also said that the car was a Mustang, because of course it was, and it says that there were lots of people that reported other missing persons linked to the Goatmans bridge and the Goat man with no additional detail. Ghost Adventures fans are in for a spooky treat Thursday night. independent local journalism in Dallas. After securing it around Oscars neck, they tossed him over the side. The monster was the subject of a 1988 film by Louisville filmmaker Ron Schildknecht called The Legend of the Pope Lick Monster. But, unfortunately, some did not welcome a successful black man within their midst. In a panic, they returned to his family home and slaughtered his wife and children.[4]. She asked fellow forum-goers what they thought she might have seen, and there were amazing suggestions. We discuss the high amount of suicides that have happened at the bridge and more! The Old Alton Bridge's nickname, Goatman's Bridge, originated from at least two eerie local legends. All there is is one single piece of information on the about page which is that he joined YouTube on July 15, 2022. The men dragged him to the bridge where they had prepared a noose. His living was raising and selling goats. The story of the Goat Man himself can't be factually confirmed, but there have been several disappearances and tales of abandoned cars found in the area going back to at least the 50's, and documented by the local police departments. From tragic and riveting tales of murder to the somewhat vague stories of a ghostly goatherder, its sure to give you the chills if you ever visit heading out there after dark probably isnt advisable, in any case! Our But be warned, the creature is said to appear whenever someone mentions its name. In April 2019, two persons of interests were arrested in connection to Robert Harrod's disappearance. Dallas' independent source of The Hickory Creek Baptist Church was organized in 1855, and by 1856, there were several buildings including a school and a saloon. The heavily traveled Old Alton Bridge remained in constant use until 2001 when vehicle traffic was moved to an adjacent concrete-and-steel bridge. Before he got involved with Heeter, he had been seeing a younger woman. Details of Disappearance. Some reports describe the Goatman's fur as a deep, fiery red, while others describe his coloring as black as night, so black you can hardly see him as he moves through the edges of the trees. Ghost Adventures first premiered in 2008 and has aired over 250 episodes, including specials. Lermon Jones. When the popular businessman proudly hung a sign on the Old Alton Bridge directing This way to the Goatman, it infuriated local Ku Klux Klansmen who plotted violence. Road 2181), Denton, Texas. A rash of mysterious disappearances are becoming alarmingly routine on a chilling stretch of road. Other strange happenings recorded at the bridge include strange lights appearing in the surrounding woods, along with reports of visitors feeling hands grab at them in the dark, o a rain of rocks pelting them as they cross the bridge. It might have just been a racoon or somethingbut it was moving in our direction, and we all bolted out of there! legendary ghost stories. They learn about Satanic worship underneath the bridge and hear stories from f. Visitors crossing the bridge at exactly three a.m. have reported horrific visions of fire and brimstone; those fortunate enough to return, that is. Some attribute the work of Satanists who opened a portal for a hellspawn demon, while others say the Goatmans wife is eternally searching for her murdered children. In a panic, the mob fled from the bridge. In 2014, after Harrod's family had him declared legally dead and inherited his home, Heeter was evicted. It just seems to be the story that captures everyone's imagination.". Photo from ReneLibrary. Some say that the bridge was once the site of an execution, another of a lynching; others say that an old goat herder was murdered on this spot, while still others believe it is the earthbound spirits of those killed in the Sam Bass Texas Rangers shootout nearby. Nothing has been posted, there are no playlists, etc. There have been reports of abandoned cars with no sign of their occupants, vehicles breaking down or car doors locking and unlocking of their own accord, and some people have heard hoofbeats around the bridge. Id like to go through a timeline of the Goatmans Bridge legend as its now known. The legend goes that they then fitted a noose over his head and threw him over the side of the bridge but when they looked to see whether he was dead, his body had disappeared. (, from his website: November 15th 1967: police discover an abandoned car beside Old Alton Bridge, five miles south of Denton, Texas. Years later, in 1884, long after Alton had died, an iron through-truss bridge was built over Hickory Creek on Copper Canyon Road, south of the old townsite. Most ghosts are given names because we need to feel like we can know them. Some say his spirit still haunts these woods. The residents of what are now the cities of Argyle and Denton thought the man to be a bit of a loner and rather odd, but no one really knew all that much about him. I tried to PM him on reddit on 4/4/22, but he doesnt accept private messages. People DID trickle in most nights sporadically, ever few hours or so. Many believe that the Goatman haunts the overpass and the nearby woods. An African American, Washburn was said to be the target of Texas' Ku Klux Klan in the 1930s, according to Discover Denton. A rash of mysterious disappearances are becoming alarmingly routine on a chilling stretch of road that is known by locals as "the Goatman's bridge." There use to be a goatmans road in baytown txits now a road that goes by a big golf course and subdivison..my how things have changed over the years Frank Lakeman Member 1 #4 For the Kentucky creature, see, Last edited on 23 February 2023, at 17:27, "Legend of Goatman Survives Despite Lack of Evidence", "Maryland's Goatman Is Half Man, Half Goat, and Out for brains", "Famed Goatman Forever Held In Dusty Room", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Goatman_(urban_legend)&oldid=1141159056, This page was last edited on 23 February 2023, at 17:27. Goatman. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLD8iUdp33PqTsix2sGblEQZ8m5FQycC5DDoes a demonic entity . Today, it is a popular location for nature enthusiasts and photographers. Washburn was gone and was never seen again. Some reports describe the Goatmans fur as a deep, fiery red, while others describe his coloring as black as night, so black you can hardly see him as he moves through the edges of the trees. [3], Media related to Old Alton Bridge at Wikimedia Commons, Last edited on 22 December 2022, at 05:16, U.S. National Register of Historic Places, National Register of Historic Places portal, National Register of Historic Places listings in Denton County, Texas, Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks in Denton County, List of bridges on the National Register of Historic Places in Texas, "National Register Information System(#88000979)", "Denton Urban Legend Put to the Test on Buzzfeed Web Series", "Old Alton Bridge - The Trails of Denton County", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Old_Alton_Bridge&oldid=1128827248, This page was last edited on 22 December 2022, at 05:16. The site also tells this story about a possible historical Goat Man: In some research we found that in the late 1800s there was a man that reportedly lived out near the bridge, who owned several goats. His wallet and keys disappeared with him, but he left behind his gold 1997 Toyota Camry and his eyeglasses. There have been some idiots who go out there and dabble in what they think is satanism and try to summon things . Legend further holds that the Goatmans Bridge provides a gateway into Hell. Nicknamed " Goatman's Bridge " by Denton natives, legend says the Ku Klux Klan lynched a successful Black goat farmer there in the 1930s. Local legend says if you knock on the steel bridge three times at midnight, or perhaps- turn off your car lights and honk three times in summons, then you dare a visitation from the vengeful Goatman thats preceded by the stench of decaying flesh. A vicious and hateful group of Klansmen working in the local government began to conspire against him, waiting for Oscar to slip and give them some excuse to be rid of him. STOP..GOINGTHERE..PEOPLE! All rights reserved. Washburn was never seen again, they say, but a vengeful spirit has haunted the Old Alton Bridge ever since. Due to the great number of unexplained happenings at the Old Alton, the bridge has been the subject of a number of investigative paranormal shows. In Denton County, Texas near the ghost town that once was Alton a bridge was constructed at the Hickory Creek in 1884. I always thought that the Goatman was a black goat farmer, lynched by the KKK for putting a sign up on the bridge. Ghost Adventures: Screaming Room will take viewers out of the actual haunted location and into a casual conversation with the Ghost Adventures crew. Nature lovers and paranormal enthusiasts alike will love checking out this remarkable historic landmark and the beautiful scenery surrounding it, just be sure not to cross after three a.m. https://www.dallasobserver.com/arts/buzzfeed-supernatural-investigators-visit-denton-bridge-to-see-if-its-really-haunted-by-a-half-goat-half-demon-10051546, https://www.legendsofamerica.com/tx-alton/, https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/goatmans-bridge, https://wedentondoit.com/blog/2013/10/18/back-in-the-day-goatmans-bridge, https://texashillcountry.com/goatman-bridge-history-hauntings-denton-alton-bridge/. Old Alton Bridge was included in the National Register of Historic Places on July 8, 1988. Their luck with this second townsite was also short-lived; in 1850 they moved once more, to a location five miles from present-day Corinth. Highlights include: Thoughts about how the internet transforms and changes urban legends A little digital gumshoeing Some Mothman easter eggs. There is also another variation that predates the bridge itself. A week and a half after he went missing, two of his children filed for conservatorship to get control of his assets. . An honest businessman, his goat raising business was a success. But for this particular bridge, those feelings may be more grounded than not. I have since been able to independently confirm that the youtube channel belongs to someone who he knew, but that it wasnt him who uploaded the video. The bridge is located about seven miles south of Denton. Running across the bridge back to the car and then on that gravel is damn scary. Heeter contested the conservatorship application, moved into his home and changed the locks. Halloween is upon . It isn't clear whether this woman or the debt had anything to do with his disappearance. In July of 1988 at just over 100, the Old Alton Bridge landed a coveted spot on the National Register of Historic Places, as well as recognition as a Texas Historic Landmark. I think he deleted it previously and then recreated it and then deleted it again. Supposedly this was near the location of the bridge. But, Pinckneyville would hold the title only two years and never develop into a town. and help keep the future of the Observer, Use of this website constitutes acceptance of our. My sense is that this was the moment when one version of the story was codified into something resembling the truth, at least as far as the internet was concerned. I would laugh and think to myself (Another one bites the dust I guess) Many times however, I would get lucky and not have a single other person come visit the bridge, OR even a car drive by for an entire night. Although he lived modestly and drove an older model car, Harrod was worth approximately $5 million. This location did grow, and before long, it boasted a hotel and two stores. Hill Country, and we welcome you to our family. Other than that, Bob made a twitter account in June and hes tweeted a lot about an invocation of Zalgo, which I guess is a creepypasta from 2004. That road is known by locals as "The Goatman's Bridge." In February 2022, a "six-foot goat man" was supposedly seen near a village called Staverton, in Northamptonshire. Before the new bridge, drivers had to signal with their horns before crossing the single-lane bridge, as there was room for only one vehicle to pass at a time. Its original purpose was to carry horses and automobiles across the river. [1][2], Goatman stories originated in the early 1970s but some of its legends are set in the 50s, within Prince George's County, following the disappearances and/or deaths of multiple dogs, which were later attributed to the creature. Then he talks about his videos that he posted in 2009: I take issue with his claim that no legend at all existed, but I have been able to confirm that it seemed to be a much lesser known urban legend (for example, I lived there for years and had never heard of it), and the stories of hauntings seemed more scattershot. When Denton County was formed in 1846, the first pioneers chose a place along Pecan Creek for the first county seat and named it Pinckneyville in honor of Texas first governor, James Pinckney Henderson. Travelers say that if you cross the bridge without your headlights, the Goatman will meet you on the other side. In the meantime, Alton began to die as many of its businesses moved to the new county seat. On July 25, 2008, someone who Im going to call Leland (not his real name) posted a 2-minute youtube video telling the story of the Old Alton Bridge. And, yeah, I mentioned this in the beginning, but I suspect that theres some mental health stuff surrounding some of Bobs posts and stuff. The Old Alton Bridge, or more famously known as The Goatman's Bridge, is an old iron-truss bridge just Northeast of Dallas, Texas, near the now uninhabited town of Alton. Old Alton Bridge, also known as Goatman's Bridge, is a historic iron truss bridge connecting the Texas cities of Denton and Copper Canyon. The original video was called The First Goatmans Bridge Video Ever Uploaded on Youtube 2011 YouTube.. His hobbies include fishing and playing slot machines, and he left behind three daughters, a grandson and three great-grandchildren. [1], According to some variations of the legend, Goatman is said to have once been a scientist who worked in the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center. [3] The belief is based on the legend of a black goat farmer named Oscar Washburn, who was said to have moved his family to a residence just north of the bridge. The Ghost Adventures crew first visited Goatman Bridge in a Season 13 episode that aired on January 14, 2017. We also run the premiere real-estate site in the hill country at HillCountryRealestate.com. They returned to his home and slaughtered his family, according to the legend. [6] The 16-minute, $6,000 film premiered on December 29, 1988 at the Uptown Theater. Half a century after the bridge was built, an African-American man named Oscar Washburn settled with his family near the bridge. Updated 3 times since October 12, 2004. Take I-35E S/US-77 S to exit 463 and merge into the I-35 Frontage Rd. havent been able to find mentions of Oscar Washburn prior to 2008. On Halloween, if you go the bridge and honk your horn twice, you may see the fiery red eyes of the Goatman. Liminal areas of crossing can be full of possibility and danger, present injustices are informed by past prejudices, and there are critters like snakes or gators down in the creek that younguns might outta be leery of. The Goatman isnt just a haunting campfire tale, its also a reminder that an ignorance of our history is no protection from its everlasting consequences. [5][6], The Goatman lore has isn't as well known but there have been some adaptations such as the slimy alien version in the game, Goatman's revenge. Pearson relates that "bored teenagers" keep the Goatman legend alive by repeating the story and suggesting that the creature attacks couples, frequenting the local lover's lane, subsequently stirring interest in sites like Fletchertown Road. So, just to be clear: If you google this and find people mention the person who supposedly uploaded the video, that information is incorrect. The newly improved bridge solved this problem as well as straightened out a sharp curve on both sides of the creek. There are no definitive records of Washburn or Kendall, but as a Denton local said, that doesnt mean its not haunted.The bridge is seven miles south of Denton, if you ever get the urge to visit just keep your headlights on and dont knock on the bridge, unless you want to visit with the Goatman. I cannot fix what was done AGAIN. Goatman Bridge is a nickname for Old Alton Bridge in Argyle, Texas. Along with hikers, bikers, and horseback riders, the Old Alton Bridge and surrounding wooded areas have become a popular destination for bird watchers and nature photographers. Built in 1884 by the King Iron Bridge Manufacturing Company, it originally carried horses and later automobiles over Hickory Creek at a location that once was a popular ford for crossing cattle. I chatted him instead. For decades, the Goatmans remained as consistently in use as it had in the 1880s. day! There are many spirits calling this place home, but . When they looked down to see if he had died, the noose was empty. The new site retained the name of Alton and submitted an application for a post office. The video also links to the Association for the Study of Unexplained Phenomenon (ASUP) website (http://www.asup-inc.org/oldaltonbridgecase.htm); the original website is down, but you can still read it on the wayback machine. Old Alton Bridge, also known as Goatman's Bridge, is a historic iron truss bridge connecting the Texas cities of Denton and Copper Canyon. [4], According to University of Maryland folklorist Barry Pearson, the Goatman legend began "long, long, long" ago and were further popularized in 1971 when the death of a dog was blamed on Goatman by local residents. Others were totally unrelated, and just seemed to have a keyword that made it come up in a search. Goatman Bridge is a nickname for Old Alton Bridge in Argyle, Texas. There have also been reports of inhuman screams coming from the nearby woods, or maniacal laughter sounding. Over the years it gained more notoriety as I began to uncover and post more of the mystery, opening thousands of peoples minds in person who came to visit and happened to stop to have a chat with that ghost hunting guy and his beagle always at the bridge. Whenever a sighting of this ghastly figure occurs, a string of mysterious disappearances is sure to follow. Its fascinating to me that the video links to a paranormal investigation site that doesnt really back up its claims. Treat has written about numerous local places and personalities at his Denton Haunts blog, and is forever indebted to the great work of the fine folks with the Denton County Historical Commission and local keepers of history like Mike Cochran and Laura Douglas at the Emily Fowler Library for their tireless work in helping preserve Dentons intriguing past. A rash of mysterious disappearances are becoming alarmingly routine on a chilling stretch of road that is known by locals as \"the Goatman's bridge.\"\r\rConstructed in 1884, the bridge connected Lewisville to Alton. Some believe the Goatman remains dormant for years at a time and awakes only to hunt for prey. The church is located at 5724 Teasley Lane ( F.M. The person said: "There have been several disappearances on and around Old Alton Bridge. Next to the church is the cemetery. Goatman's Bridge is an old wood and steel structure spanning a small waterway between Denton, Texas, and neighboring town, Copper Canyon. In 2014, after Harrod's family had him declared legally dead and inherited his home, Heeter was evicted. Before the new bridge was built, motorists were required to honk their horns on the one-lane bridge to let other travelers know they were coming. The stated goal of, Do you ever read a book so interesting that you gotta tell. The Goatman's Bridge. You wont find the names of Oscar Washburn or Jack Kendall in any historical records. However, the location of the second county seat also proved to be unfavorable due to a lack of potable water, and the state legislature soon directed that the site be moved again. The bridge and surrounding woods is said to be haunted by a demonic creature with the head of a goat and the body of a man as well as other reported . The episode claimed Satanic rituals had been performed under the notoriously-haunted bridge. Make a one-time donation today for as little as $1. According to legend, those who dare speak the Goatmans name while crossing his bridge unwittingly summon his spirit. Bagans, Goodwin, Billy Tolley and Jay Wasley watch the subject episode and add candid commentary about behind-the-scenes moments. On a dark night in August 1938, these hateful men crossed the bridge without their headlights, then burst into Washburns home and drug him from his family to the bridge. Next to the church is the cemetery. They also relive terrifying encounters and reflect on each discovery from a safer environment. The bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in July 1988 and closed to vehicle traffic in 2001. And, the Goatman is evidently not alone. There are also some things that may differ between the final episode and this draft script. Rewriting Urban Legends: An attempt to trace the current tales of the Goatmans Bridge to their source: a 2008 YouTube video that contained seemingly new information about the urban legend, including some information that linked the story to the Mothman legends. Dallas Observer's The Morning After Brunch, virtual remembrance and fundraising event. Legend has it that a demon that's half-man and half-goat haunts the bridge. I obviously dont know Bob, but from reading this, I get a bit of a sense of self importance from him. If they did, they always lasted about 5 mins and get spooked, running back to their cars. Apparently this commenter left a link a website, goatmansbridge.com which repeated the claim with no citation. Most of the film was shot at the Pope Lick Trestle, but scenes showing the characters up on the trestle were shot at another, safer . Harrod was last seen at his residence in the 500 block of Carnation Drive Placentia, California sometime between 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. on July 27, 2009. . So what I see here, is someone who you know read joined YouTube and made his new Tiktok account within two days of each other and is done nothing with them since. Wow, what a cliffhanger! Also, heres a weird synchronicity. A rash of mysterious disappearances are becoming alarmingly routine on a. This creature has large glowing red eyes, and large goat-like horns. Travelers to the Old Alton Bridge, built in 1884 as a busy thoroughfare, have long reported frightening encounters and ghostly experiences with supernatural creatures that have made it a legendary spot for Texas ghost hunters and a topic for numerous books. The bridges architectural composition is known as a truss, a visually distinct structure of connected elements forming triangular units. Well, thats it. Harrod had planned to put Heeter's name on some of his assets, including some of his properties, but he disappeared before he could do that. A few years later, Washburn, having become known as a dependable and honest businessman and dubbed the "Goatman" by locals, displayed a sign on Alton Bridge reading "This way to the Goatman". 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