What’s in a Name?: Fillman Bayou
Named for one of Pasco's pioneers, Fillman Bayou is a name with great historical significance.
All along Pasco County's west coast are inlets, bayous, coves, and creeks that bear unique names—some of which have significant meaning to our local history. One such name with great historical significance is that of Fillman Bayou located west of Old Dixie Highway, near Aripeka. Named for one of west Pasco’s pioneers — Martin D. Fillman — this natural bayou has been the scene of activity for more than a century. So, who was Martin D. Fillman and what impacts did he have on this region of Pasco County? Fillman’s Military Career & Controversy Born December 12, 1833, in Columbia County, Florida, Martin D. Fillman was a true Florida pioneer. While little is known about his early childhood, muster rolls show that at age 21 he enlisted at Fort …
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Tim Henline
8:12 pm on Thursday, August 9, 2012
Common sense needs to be exercised here. The larger the vessel, for the most part-the deeper ther draft. Sunwest as I understand it will be for primary private and recreational boating. A 45ft wide x 6ft at mean low tide channel would be sufficient for this purpose. The USACE's primary concern for dredging is to deal with ports and commerce. This project does not warrant a channel any wider or … more ›