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Somervell County, Texas

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Somervell County is in north central Texas, not far from Fort Worth. Glen Rose, the county seat, is known as the “Dinosaur Capital of Texas.” You can literally walk in the footsteps of dinosaurs here. On that note, Dinosaur Valley State Park is the crown jewel here.

The Paluxy River carves its way through the county, creating scenic spots. It’s one of the smallest counties in Texas, but it packs a punch. Fossil hunting is a popular pastime.

The Comanche Peak nuclear power plant dominates the skyline. Despite its prehistoric claim to fame, the county’s only been around since 1875. Only. It’s where ancient history meets modern Texas.

CategoryDetails
County NameSomervell County
County SeatGlen Rose
PopulationApproximately 10,000
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesGlen Rose, Acton, Paluxy
Interstates and HighwaysU.S. Highway 67, State Highway 144
FIPS Code48-425
Total Area (Land and Water)317 square miles (306 sq mi land, 11 sq mi water)
Adjacent Counties (and Direction)Hood County (North), Johnson County (East), Bosque County (South), Erath County (West)
Time ZoneCentral Time Zone (CST)
StateTexas
Coordinates32°14’N, 97°46’W
EtymologyNamed after Alexander Somervell, a soldier in the Texas Revolution and leader of the Somervell Expedition
Major LandmarksFossil Rim Wildlife Center, Glen Rose Historic District
WebsiteSomervell County Website

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