Population3,412 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Plateau Country Beside the Colorado River
Coke County, TexasCoke County offers a small-community setting on the Edwards Plateau, with Robert Lee as its county seat and largest city. The Colorado River and E. V. Spence Reservoir add another dimension to the surrounding landscape. Bronte provides a second familiar point on the county map. Visitors can begin with these communities, then use current local and reservoir information to understand the distances, public access points and conditions that shape a day outdoors.
Coke County at a Glance
Population3,412 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatRobert Lee
Largest CityRobert Lee
EstablishedMarch 13, 1889
ZIP Codes6
Total Area928 sq mi (2,400 km 2 )
Major RoutesU.S. Highway 87 U.S. Highway 277 State Highway 70 State Highway 158 State Highway 208 Loop 229
Area Code325
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Coke County
Coke County was established in 1889 and named for Richard Coke, who served as governor of Texas and later as a United States senator. Robert Lee became the county seat and remains its administrative center. The county’s Edwards Plateau location and the Colorado River provide geographic context for its development. E. V. Spence Reservoir, west of Robert Lee, is a later addition to that landscape and an important feature of the modern county map.
Robert Lee is a practical starting point for county information, while Bronte offers another community to include in a local itinerary. Before planning activities near E. V. Spence Reservoir, check both water conditions and the access rules for the specific site you intend to use. A reservoir map alone does not establish that a shoreline location is open to visitors. Allow travel time between towns and choose stops around verified public access.
What Shapes Us
Robert Lee
The county seat is also the county’s largest city. Start here for county offices and a first orientation to the surrounding communities and landscape.
Colorado River Landscape
E. V. Spence Reservoir lies west of Robert Lee on the Colorado River. Official water information helps put this prominent local feature in context.
Plan Around Conditions
Reservoir conditions can change substantially over time. Check current water information and the intended recreation area’s access arrangements before making plans for a shoreline visit.
Plateau horizons and river country frame small community life.
My Local Guide
Coke County
Our County. Our Stories.
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News & resources for Coke 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 Clerk
County clerk services, public records and office information.
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
San Antonio Food Bank — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving Coke County. Find a nearby pantry or distribution and confirm its schedule before visiting.
San Antonio 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
Robert Lee ISD
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
Coke County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
Hospitals
No in-county inpatient hospital was verified in the CMS August 2026 data and the Texas DSHS 2024 inventory reviewed on October 3, 2026. These sources have coverage and date limits; this does not establish that no hospital exists. The related local resource below is not an inpatient hospital. For an immediate emergency call 911.
County & local resources
Coke County ESD No. 1 — ambulance services
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/9-1-1
Emergency preparedness, local alerts and response information.
Texas Division of Emergency Management — Region 7 serving Coke 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 Coke 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 Coke 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
Justice of The Peace
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
51st District Court Judge
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Coke County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Coke County — 51st District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Coke County — Precinct 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Coke County — County Clerk Office (County Clerk Office)
County clerk services, public records and office information.
Coke County — District Clerk Office (District Clerk Office)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Coke County — Bronte (Municipal)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Coke County — Robert Lee (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
Coke 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
Concho Valley Transit District – Thunderbird 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
Coke County veterans service contact — (325) 659-6560
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Employment
County & local resources
Career 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.
Robert Lee is the county seat of Coke County, Texas.
The county overview lists Robert Lee as its largest community.
The total area is 928 sq mi (2,400 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the Coke County government website for county offices and public information.
The reservoir is west of Robert Lee on the Colorado River in Coke County. See the Texas Water Development Board overview for details.
Water Data for Texas publishes updated reservoir information. Check the intended recreation area separately for public access. See E. V. Spence water data for details.
For office information, start with Coke County — County Tax Assessor/Collector. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
The county links residents to Coke County — County Clerk. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
For departmental information, use Coke County — Sheriff. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Use the official Coke County — Commissioners Court. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Office information is available through Coke County — County Judge. 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.
Selected local listings; some categories have fewer than three entries. Clothing/accessories has one verified local maker; two additional current local listings are still needed. Farmhouse Divas is listed by the city but its clothing offering has not been established. School playground access is not assumed.
Kids’ Fun
- Bronte Park — Enjoy a family outing on Park Road.
- Coke County Bronte Pool — Plan seasonal swimming; confirm opening dates and admission.
- Bronte Mini Park — Enjoy a short outdoor break next to City Hall.
Restaurants
- Pena’s Red Barn Cafe — Find a meal on North State Street in Bronte.
- Rangel’s 277 — Visit the eatery on Sweetwater Road.
- Godfather’s Pizza — Find pizza inside Stripes on South State Street.
Shopping & Retail
- Grogan’s Farm & Ranch — Shop farm and ranch supplies on South State Street.
- Shirley’s Place — Visit this locally listed shop on North State Street.
- Dollar General Bronte — Find everyday retail essentials on North State Street.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Bobby Millican Leather — Ask about custom hand-tooled western belts in Robert Lee.
Outdoor Fun
- Bronte Longhorn Golf Club — Play the public nine-hole course; green fees apply.
- Mountain Creek Golf Course — Arrange a round at Robert Lee’s public nine-hole course.
- Lake E.V. Spence — Plan lake recreation; verify current water levels, access and fees.
Free Things To Do
- Bronte Mini Park — Pause in the public park next to City Hall.
- Bronte Mural Walk — View downtown murals from public streets and sidewalks.
- Bronte Park Day Visit — Spend time in the public park; reserved facilities and camping are separate.
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