Population14,117 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Aviation Stories Across the West Texas Landscape
Nolan County, TexasNolan County brings Sweetwater and its surrounding communities into the west-central Texas landscape. Sweetwater is the county seat and largest city. The National WASP WWII Museum at Avenger Field offers a distinctive introduction to the area through the women who trained as military pilots during World War II. Begin with that focused historical setting, then connect a visit with time in Sweetwater and other county destinations that suit your interests.
Nolan County at a Glance
Population14,117 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatSweetwater
Largest CitySweetwater
Established1876 (organized 1881)
ZIP Codes8
Total Area914 sq mi (2,370 km 2 )
Major RoutesInterstate 20 I-20 BL (Roscoe) I-20 BL (Sweetwater) U.S. Highway 84 U.S. Highway 277 State Highway 70 State Highway 153 Loop 170
Area Code325
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Nolan County
Nolan County was created in 1876 and organized in 1881. It was named for Philip Nolan, an early American trader in Texas, and Sweetwater became the county seat. A later chapter of the county’s history is associated with Avenger Field, the World War II training base for the Women Airforce Service Pilots. The National WASP WWII Museum preserves that connection. Its campus and collections allow visitors to consider women’s aviation history alongside the county’s earlier formation and community development.
The National WASP WWII Museum is a destination to plan around rather than a quick stop between other activities. Review its visitor information for admission, current hours and group-tour arrangements. The museum is associated with the historic Avenger Field training base, giving the location a direct connection to its subject. After the visit, time in Sweetwater can provide a community setting for the aviation story and a starting point for exploring the wider county.
What Shapes Us
Sweetwater
Sweetwater serves as the county seat and largest city. It is the starting point for county information and for exploring the area’s aviation heritage.
Avenger Field
The field served as a World War II training base for the Women Airforce Service Pilots. The museum preserves a direct link between place and history.
County Formation
Creation in 1876 and organization in 1881 were separate steps. Including both dates explains the county’s beginnings more clearly than a single founding year.
Aviation heritage brings remarkable individual stories into local view.
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Nolan County
Our County. Our Stories.
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News & resources for Nolan 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 Judge
County judge’s office and county administration information.
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.
Food, housing & family support
Food Bank of West Central Texas — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving Nolan County. Find a nearby pantry or distribution and confirm its schedule before visiting.
Food Bank of West Central Texas — 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
Roscoe Collegiate ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Sweetwater ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Blackwell CISD
School and district information, contacts and educational 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
Nolan County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
Hospitals
County & local resources
Rolling Plains Memorial Hospital — Acute Care 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
Texas Division of Emergency Management — Region 1 serving Nolan 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
No qualifying TPWD state park open for ordinary public visits was verified for Nolan County in the reviewed sources as of October 3, 2026. This is a limitation of this guide’s verified list, not a statement that none exists. Other sourced outdoor options appear in the local directory below.
Trails
No qualifying named local trail with a verified route or access information was verified for Nolan County in the reviewed sources as of October 3, 2026. This is a limitation of this guide’s verified list, not a statement that none exists. Other sourced outdoor options appear in the local directory below.
Utilities
Water utilities listed for the county. Confirm the provider for your specific address; service territories vary within county lines.
County & local resources
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.
County Court at Law
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Justice of The Peace
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
District Court Judge
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Nolan County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Nolan County — 32nd District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Nolan County — 1st Multicounty Court at Law (County Court at Law)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Nolan County — Countywide (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Nolan County — County Clerk Office (County Clerk Office)
County clerk services, public records and office information.
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
Nolan 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.
Texas resources
Central Texas Rural Transit
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 Services
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Nolan County veterans service contact — 3252352214
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Employment
County & local resources
Workforce Solutions West Central Texas — 246 HOMER K. TAYLOR DRIVE
, SWEETWATER, 79556
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.
Sweetwater is the county seat of Nolan County, Texas.
The county overview lists Sweetwater as its largest community.
The total area is 914 sq mi (2,370 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the Nolan County government website for county offices and public information.
The National WASP WWII Museum is at Avenger Field in Sweetwater. Its visitor page explains the campus and tour arrangements. Official information.
Use the museum’s own contact page for its current schedule and visitor contact information. Official information.
For office information, start with Nolan County — County Tax Assessor/Collector. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
The county links residents to Nolan County — County Clerk. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Use the county’s page for Nolan County — District Clerk. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
For departmental information, use Nolan County — Sheriff. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Use the official Nolan County — Commissioners Court. 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
- Newman Park All-Abilities Playground — Enjoy an inclusive outdoor play stop.
- Mustang Harbor Splash Pad — Plan seasonal water play at Newman Park; check current operation.
- National WASP WWII Museum — Explore aviation history with the family; check admission and visiting hours.
Restaurants
- Amole’s Mexican Restaurant — Find a Mexican meal on Broadway in Sweetwater.
- Bigg’s Pizza & Grill — Stop for pizza on East Third Street.
- Blackland Smokehouse — Explore a barbecue meal on Lamar Street.
Shopping & Retail
- Argos Brewhouse & Bookseller — Browse books on Oak Street.
- The Flower Box & Gifts — Shop flowers and gifts in Sweetwater.
- Vickie’s Gifts — Explore gifts on Main Street in Roscoe.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Dandy Western Wear — Browse western apparel in Sweetwater.
- Cotton Roots & Co. — Explore women’s clothing on Locust Street.
- Shoe Sensation — Shop footwear on East Broadway.
Outdoor Fun
- Lake Sweetwater — Plan lake recreation; check current access, water conditions and fees.
- Lake Trammell — Explore a quiet lakeside outing; confirm access before visiting.
- Newman Park Walking Trail — Enjoy an outdoor walk through the city park.
Free Things To Do
- Booker T. Washington Park — Bring a picnic to the shaded public park.
- Jones Park — Enjoy the public playground and green space.
- Fraley Park Picnic — Spend time outdoors in a neighborhood park; reserved facilities are separate.
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