I visited Mabton on January 23, 2009. I actually stopped here first before heading on to Bickleton. Mabton has a population of about 1800 (2000 census) and is primarily a farming and ranching community.
Mabton gained some fame, or infamy, a few years ago when a small nearby ranch was home to the first confirmed case of Mad Cow disease in the United States. Mabton was also the home of Mel Stottlemyre, who pitched for the New York Yankees in the 60's and 70's, winning 164 games against 139 losses. He had a fine ERA of 2.97, and once hit an inside-the-park grand slam home run, which I vaguely remember watching on TV.
Mike's Garage
Mabton's water tower. Note the grafitti.
Hop field. The hops used in the next beer you drink probably came from somewhere near here.
I like the facts you include, like the one about Mad Cow disease. The photos give me a sense of what it is to be there. It looks so abandoned now.
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