Where did people settle after the building of the railroads in Texas?

After the building of the railroads in Texas, people settled in areas that were previously difficult to access, particularly along the rail lines. Towns and cities such as Dallas, Fort Worth, and Houston grew significantly as the railroads facilitated trade and transportation. Additionally, the availability of railroads attracted agricultural and industrial development, leading to increased population in rural areas and small towns connected by the rail network. This infrastructure helped spur economic growth and westward expansion throughout the state.