Llano County

Llano County Offices

Llano County Town List

The Texas legislature formed Llano County in 1856. It is located on the Edwards Plateau, Texas. You will find San Saba County to the north of Llano, Blanco to the southeast, Mason to the west, Gillespie to the south, and Burnet to the east. The County is named for the Llano River, a tributary of the Colorado River.

According to the 2020 US population census, the County’s population is 21,243, with most people being white at 95.5%. Llano County is one of the best places to live in Texas, with summer highs of 96 degrees and winter lows of 34 degrees. Its annual Best Places Comfort Index of 7.4(10=best).

Geography of the County 

The County boasts of a total area measuring 966 square miles. Nine hundred thirty-four square miles out of the region’s entire area and the remaining 32 square miles is water, according to the finding of the national Census Bureau.   

Enchanted Rock, a state natural reserve and one of the most famous tourist destinations in southern Llano County, is found there. 

Llamo is served by four major highways as outlined below; 

• State Highway 16 (S.H. 16) extends from Zapata on the Texas-Mexico border to the U.S. The highway is 542 miles making it the longest road in Texas and the number nine longest highway in the United States. 
• The Second is the Texas 29.SVG State Highway 29, measuring 143.4 miles, was demarcated in the late 1930s and is still in perfect condition until today. The highway runs from the west end in Mason to the east ending In Taylor in Williamson County. 
• The other is the Texas 71.SVG State Highway 71 measuring 253.199 miles long. The highway was demarcated in 1923, and it is still in use today. Running from S.H. 95 to Interstate 35, this road is the “10th Mountain Division Highway.” 
• The Texas 261.SVG State Highway 261 also serves the County, and it is 8.579 miles long. The route was officially designated in early 1938 and was later expanded one mile to the west. 

Llano County is home to two major rivers, namely River Llano and River Colorado. Buchanan, Lyndon B Johnson, and Inks Lakes are partly inside the County and fed by these two rivers. 

County’s Demographics 

The first census record in the County done in 1860 shows the County had a population of 1,101 residents. By 1900 the number of residents in the area had doubled and tripled in numbers totaling 7,301 residents. One millennium later, There was still a significant growth in population as the National Census Bureau recorded 17, 044 residents during the 2000 census exercise. At the time, the County housed 7,879 homes with 5,365 families living in the region. 

The County did not discriminate against any race or colour, and they welcomed everyone. Below are the counties racial make-up; 

• 96.3% of the total population were White 
• 0.3% represent the African-American community 
• 0.4% were Native Americans 
• 0.4% constituted of Asians 
• 5.1% were mainly Hispanics and Latinos 

16.9 percent out of the 7,879 homes in the County had children aged 18 years and below. 59.5 percent of the population represented married couples, while 5.0 percent of the homes were represented and run by single women, and 31.9 percent were not families. Individuals made up about 28.3 percent of all households, and 16 percent had a person living independently at the age of 65 years and above.  

Cities and Towns

Llano

Llano city is incorporated and is the County Seat of Llano County. Also known as the Deer Capital of Texas owing to a large number of white-tailed deers in the area.

The area code is 325 and covers an area of 14.48km² with 3,232 residents as of the 2010 US population census.

Horseshoe Bay

Horseshoe Bay is an incorporated city in Llano County and is on Lake Lyndon B. Johnson. It is famous for its golf courses, water sports, and luxurious resorts and hotels. It boasts of the most Instagrammed beaches, owing to the beautiful beaches with clear water and beautiful sands. Its area code is 830. It covers 42.97km².

Kingsland

Kingsland is in eastern Llano County. It has a total area of 25.46 km² with 6,030 people as of the 2010 US census. Its area code is 325. You may remember Hurricane Sergio in October 2018; Kingsland was a primary victim. It caused the flooding of hundreds of homes in Kingsland and the collapse of the RM2900 bridge.

Buchanan Dam

Buchanan Dam is primarily a retirement community. It developed from the construction site of the dam. It has a population of 1,519 as of the 2010 US census and covers an area of 52.37 km². Its area code is 512.

Sunrise Beach Village

Sunrise Beach Village was incorporated and established in 1973. It is a city with a population of 713, according to the 2010 US population census.

Buchanan Lake Village

Buchanan Lake Village is an unincorporated community in Llano County with a population of 692, according to the 2010 US census. It covers an area of 321 km².

County Offices

County Judge

The County Judge is Judge Ron Cunningham. He is responsible for interpreting the law and handing out penalties to convicted offenders. You can reach him at 325-247-7730 or fax: 325-247-7732. The office is at 801 Ford Street, Room 101.

County Attorney

The County Attorney’s responsibility is advising the County government on law matters and serves as an ex-officio member of the executive committee. Dwain K. Rogers is the county attorney assisted by Mathew Rienstra.

You can contact him through phone number 325-247-7733, or fax: 325-247-7737. The office is at 801 Ford Street Llano, Texas 78643.

County Clerk

The County Clerk is Maeci Hadeler, assisted by Chief Deputy Clerk Cecilia McClintock. The County Clerk is the custodian of court records. They are also responsible for the safekeeping of public records and issuing marriage certificates. The office is at 107 West Sandstone Llano, Texas 78643. You can reach them at 325-247-4455 or fax: 325-247-2406.

County Auditor

Cindy J. Lent is the County Auditor of Llano County. She is in charge of preparing and presenting all accounting documents. The auditor’s office has three smaller departments. Accounts Payable under Meagan Robertson, Internal Auditing under Michelle Yoho, and Purchasing under Lisa Beauvais.

The office is at 1447 E State Hwy 71, Ste B Llano, Texas 78643. You can call them at 325-247-3783, or fax: 325-247-3162

The County Constable

The County Constable is responsible for maintaining law and order and serves as a licensed peace officer. The constable serves warrants such as restraining orders. This office is in 4 different precincts.

Precinct 1 is at Horseshoe Bay, Texas 78657, under Gary Silver. You can call him at 830-598-2296 or fax: 830-598-5231.

Precinct 2 under Richard Harris is at 8347 West RR 1431 Buchanan Dam, Texas 78609. You can reach them at 512-793-2419 or fax: 512-793-3210.

Precinct 3 is under Bill Edwards at 8347 Buchanan Dam, Texas 78609. You can contact him at 512-793-2012, or fax: 512-793-2013.

Precinct 4 is under Joe Simpson Jr. and is at 2001 N. St. Hwy. 16 Suite B Llano, Texas 78643. The office contact number is 325-247-3178, fax: 325-247-3745.

You can find more information on these and other Llano County offices on the County’s website.

The Commissioners Court 

The Commissioners Court consists of the judge and four commissioners. It is responsible for running the general duties of the County. It adopts the County’s tax rates and budget and approves the budgeted purchases. The Commissioners Court is in 4 precincts.

Precinct 1 under Peter R. Jones is at Horseshoe Bay, TX 78657. You can reach them at 830-598-2296 or Fax: 830-598-5231

Precinct 2 is at 8347 West Ranch Road 1431 Buchanan Dam, Texas 78609, led by Linda Raschke. You can call her on 512-793-6181 or Fax: 512-793-3210

Precinct 3 is at 8347 RR 1431 Buchanan Dam, Texas 78609. You can reach the office by contacting Mike Sandoval at 512-793-2007 or Fax: 512-793-2010.

Precinct 4 is at 2001 N, St.Hwy 16 Suite B Llano, Texas 78643. Jerry Don Moss heads it. His contacts are, phone: 325-247-2788, fax: 325-247-3745

Sights and Sceneries

Lake Lyndon B. Johnson

Originally known as Lake Granite Shoals, it was formed in 1950 as a reservoir of the Colorado River. It was renamed in honor of US President Lyndon Baines Johnson in 1965. If you are looking for a vacation with many activities, Lake LBJ, as it is popularly known, is your place.

Lake Lyndon B. Johnson is well known for water sports, skiing, boating, and cruising. Several resorts and hotels offer luxurious accommodation and an excellent local food experience. Many celebrities and astronauts are known to own property around this area.

Buchanan Dam

Buchanan Dam is located on the Colorado River, forming Lake Buchanan. It is well known for its contribution to hydropower generation.

Kingsland Community Park

Kingsland community park is a recreational facility located on the south-eastern outskirts of Kingsland. It is an excellent children’s play area as it has a playground with slides, climbing structures, and swings.

It also has other facilities for adults such as a golf course, swimming pool, basketball courts, and tennis courts. The park also has a large water garden where families of all ages can enjoy picnics and engage in other social activities.