Population23,657 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Spring Landscapes and Stories Around the Town
Lampasas County, TexasLampasas County connects its namesake county seat with the Edwards Plateau landscape and a history shaped in part by local springs. In the city of Lampasas, Hancock Springs and Cooper Spring provide different ways to encounter that connection with water. Begin with the city’s own visitor information, then build an outing around the particular park or facility you want to use. The county’s wider story reaches beyond any single spring or town landmark.
Lampasas County at a Glance
Population23,657 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatLampasas
Largest CityLampasas
Established1856
ZIP Codes7
Total Area714 sq mi (1,850 km 2 )
Major RoutesU.S. Highway 183 U.S. Highway 190 U.S. Highway 281 Loop 257
Area Code325 / 512 / 737
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Lampasas County
Lampasas County was formed in 1856 from portions of Travis, Bell and Coryell counties and was named for the Lampasas River. The town that became the county seat had earlier been laid out as Burleson. Later boundary changes transferred land to Hamilton and Mills counties. Indigenous peoples, including Tonkawa, Lipan Apache and Comanche, were part of the area’s history before county organization. The springs subsequently helped attract settlement and visitors, adding a distinctive thread to the county’s development.
The city’s mineral-springs guide distinguishes Hancock Springs, Hanna Springs and Cooper Spring, helping visitors choose a specific destination. Cooper Spring Nature Park offers a trail setting, while swimming facilities require a separate check of the city’s current pool information. Avoid treating every named spring as a public swimming place. A visit can combine time around these public spaces with the county seat’s other destinations, allowing the water landscape to provide a theme for the day.
What Shapes Us
Springs with Identity
Hancock, Hanna and Cooper springs have different settings and histories. The city’s mineral-springs guide helps visitors understand those distinctions before choosing where to go.
County Boundaries
The county was formed from three neighboring counties in 1856. Later transfers to Hamilton and Mills explain why its earliest boundaries differ from today’s map.
Plan the Right Visit
Park walks and pool visits require different arrangements. Consult the city’s current facility information so that the destination and activity match your plans for the day.
Spring-fed places connect local landscapes with generations of community life.
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Lampasas County
Our County. Our Stories.
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News & resources for Lampasas County
Local reporting when available, plus statewide Texas news and official resources.
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County Resources
Useful connections for everyday life
Find public information and services through the county and relevant service providers.
Government
County & local resources
County Auditor
Public offices, departments, records and resident services.
County Treasurer
Treasurer’s office, county finances and public financial information.
County Tax Assessor/Collector
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Lampasas County Commissioners Precincts Map
Commissioners court information, meetings and county business.
Food, housing & family support
Central Texas Food Bank — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving Lampasas County. Find a nearby pantry or distribution and confirm its schedule before visiting.
Central Texas Food Bank — food assistance — details and contacts
2-1-1 Texas — local assistance
Search community assistance by location and type of need, including food, housing and family support.
Texas HHS — local family support
Search family-support programs and local services for parents and caregivers.
Schools
County & local resources
Child care & learning
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships
Review child-care scholarship information and the application process for families who need care while working or attending education or training.
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships — details and contacts
Lampasas County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
Hospitals
County & local resources
Adventhealth Rollins Brook — Critical Access Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Health, aging & caregiver support
Texas WIC — office locator
Find a nearby WIC office and contact it about appointments, nutrition support and eligibility.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers
Find the regional center that helps older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers explore services and support.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers — details and contacts
Local mental and behavioral health authorities
Use the Texas HHS directory to find the authority serving your county and its contact information.
Local mental and behavioral health authorities — details and contacts
Public Safety
County & local resources
Sheriff
Sheriff’s office information, public safety resources and non-emergency contacts.
Emergency Services
For an immediate emergency, call 911. These links provide emergency planning, coordination and recovery information.
County & local resources
Emergency Management
Emergency preparedness, local alerts and response information.
Texas Division of Emergency Management — Region 8 serving Lampasas County
Emergency preparedness, local alerts and response information.
Prepare before an emergency
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials
Download emergency plans, supply checklists and preparedness materials in English and Spanish.
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials — details and contacts
State Parks
County & local resources
Colorado Bend State Park
Park locations, visitor information and current access details.
Trails
Selected local walking, hiking, cycling or paddling options. Check the linked operator or local tourism information for access, fees and current conditions.
County & local resources
Cooper Spring Nature Park
Outdoor recreation, routes and visitor planning information.
Utilities
Water utilities listed for the county. Confirm the provider for your specific address; service territories vary within county lines.
County & local resources
WOODLAND ACRES PROPERTY
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
Help with household costs
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance
Find local providers for utility bills, housing, weatherization and accessibility repairs. Providers handle applications; availability and eligibility vary.
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance — details and contacts
Libraries
County & local resources
Accessible reading & library services
Texas Talking Book Program
Learn about accessible library services for qualifying Texans with visual, physical or reading disabilities.
Courts
Use the named county court links or search the official Texas courts directory by county and court name. Confirm the hearing or filing location directly; a regional court may serve more than one county.
County & local resources
District Clerk
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
District Court Judge
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Lampasas County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Lampasas County — 27th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Lampasas County — Precinct 1 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Lampasas County — Precinct 2 & 3 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Lampasas County — Precinct 4 Place 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Lampasas County — County Clerk Office (County Clerk Office)
County clerk services, public records and office information.
Lampasas County — Kempner (Municipal)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Find legal assistance
TexasLawHelp — legal help directory
Search legal-aid organizations by counties covered and area of legal help. Each organization determines service availability and eligibility.
DMV
For local vehicle titles and registration, start with the county tax office. Texas DPS handles driver licenses.
County & local resources
Lampasas County Tax Office
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Texas resources
Buying or selling a vehicle
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Apply for a Texas driver license
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Driver license appointments
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Transportation
These agencies or county departments serve local transportation needs. Check routes, service boundaries, eligibility and advance booking with the provider.
County & local resources
Hill Country Transit District – The HOP
Transportation services, routes and travel information.
Postal Services
Local postal facilities listed in USPS property records. Confirm retail hours, available services and temporary closures with USPS before visiting.
County & local resources
National resources
USPS — confirm local hours and services
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Veterans
County & local resources
Veterans Service Officer
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Lampasas County veterans service contact — (512) 556-8271
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Employment
County & local resources
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities, job-search assistance and workforce services.
Job search & employment support
Workforce Solutions — find an office
Find nearby workforce offices for job-search, training and employer services.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup
Find a vocational rehabilitation office to discuss employment services for people with disabilities.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup — details and contacts
A little local knowledge goes a long way
Find practical information before you visit or make a move.
Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Start with the essentials, then follow the source links for more detail.
Lampasas is the county seat of Lampasas County, Texas.
The county overview lists Lampasas as its largest community.
The total area is 714 sq mi (1,850 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the Lampasas County government website for county offices and public information.
The city’s mineral-springs guide describes the individual springs, their histories and the public places associated with them. Official information.
Use the city’s swimming-pools page for current facility information before planning a swim. Official information.
For office information, start with Lampasas County — County Tax Assessor/Collector. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
The county links residents to Lampasas County — County Clerk. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Use the county’s page for Lampasas County — District Clerk. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
For departmental information, use Lampasas County — Sheriff. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Start with the county’s Lampasas County — Emergency Management. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
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Find Something Fun
Make time for a local discoveryPlan your day around places and experiences in the county.
Kids’ Fun
- Hancock Springs Pool — Swim in the spring-fed pool during its operating season; check admission.
- Hanna Springs Pool — Plan a seasonal family swimming outing.
- W.M. Brook Park Playground — Enjoy the playground and riverside setting.
Restaurants
- Alfredo’s Mexican Restaurant — Plan a Mexican meal on US Highway 281.
- Country Kitchen & Bakery — Explore a local dining stop on North Key Avenue.
- Storm’s Drive-In Restaurant — Visit a Lampasas drive-in on North Key Avenue.
Shopping & Retail
- Hesters Books on the Square — Browse a bookshop on East Fourth Street.
- Coming Home Furniture & Gifts — Explore furniture and gifts on South Key Avenue.
- Blue Star Jewelers — Browse jewelry on East Third Street.
Clothing & Boutiques
- CATO — Explore an apparel-shopping stop in Lampasas.
- Elisa Grace Medspa + Boutique — Browse the boutique on East Avenue J.
- Jessie Dallas Boutique — Explore a boutique in Kempner.
Outdoor Fun
- Cooper Spring Nature Park — Walk nature trails and watch for birds and butterflies.
- Hancock Park Golf Course — Plan a round on the 18-hole course; confirm tee times and fees.
- W.M. Brook Park — Walk beside the river and cross the pedestrian suspension bridge.
Free Things To Do
- Cooper Spring Nature Park — Explore the nature park without an admission charge.
- Hanna Springs Sculpture Garden — View outdoor sculpture in Campbell Park for free.
- Lampasas County Museum — Visit local-history exhibits with free admission; donations are welcome.
Every place has a story.Find Your Next Favorite.