Sandy Point, Texas


Sandy Point is a city on Farm to Market Road 521 in north central Brazoria County, Texas, United States. The small community is located near a state prison. In the 19th century, the settlement served nearby sugar cane and cotton plantations. Sandy Point's post office, school and railroad have disappeared, but there were two churches in the community in December 2013.

History

Sandy Point incorporated in 2012 to avoid annexation from Missouri City. in 2015 Missouri City agreed to recognize the incorporation of Sandy Point.

Government and infrastructure

The Rosharon Volunteer Fire Department provides fire services for Sandy Point.
Sandy Point is located at the entrance to the Darrington Unit, a prison for men operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

Demographics

Education

In the 2013-2014 school year, the Angleton Independent School District served the area of Sandy Point via Rosharon Zone Bus Route #223.