Val Verde County Map, Texas

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Val Verde County, Texas

Val Verde County is in the southwestern part of the state, right on the Mexico border. The Rio Grande River forms the southwest boundary. The climate here is semi-arid, with hot summers and mild winters.
This place is huge with over 3,000 square miles of rugged Texas landscape. Del Rio is the county seat and largest city. It’s home to Laughlin Air Force Base.
The jewel of the county is Lake Amistad, a massive reservoir perfect for fishing and boating. Visitors will love the ancient rock art scattered throughout the area. Val Verde County is a place of stark beauty and surprising diversity.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Val Verde County |
County Seat | Del Rio |
Population | Approximately 56,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Del Rio, Brackettville, Comstock, Sanderson |
Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 90, U.S. Highway 277 |
FIPS Code | 48-465 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 3,239 square miles (3,231 sq mi land, 8 sq mi water) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Crockett County (North), Sutton County (Northeast), Edwards County (East), Kinney County (East), Terrell County (West) |
Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
State | Texas |
Coordinates | 29°21’N, 100°54’W |
Etymology | Named after the Civil War Battle of Val Verde |
Major Landmarks | Amistad National Recreation Area, Val Verde Winery |
Website | Val Verde County Website |
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