Kimble

Kimble County

Updated on: December 14, 2021
Coordinates
30 29' 24" N, 99 45' 0" W (30.49, -99.75)
State
Texas
Region
Central West
County Seat:
Junction
Year Organized:
1858
Total Square Miles:
1251.178
1,251 square miles (3,240 km2) land
0.2 square miles (0.52 km2) water
Population:
4410 (2017)
Population: 4,423 est. (2016) 4,607 (2010)
Persons/Square Mile:
4
Kimble County Website
http://www.co.kimble.tx.us/

Contiguous Counties

Menard (N)
Mason (NE)
Gillespie (E)
Kerr (SE)
Edwards (SW)
Sutton (W)
Schleicher (NW)

County structure

Government Type:
County
Authority:
Dillon's Rule
Legislative Body:
Commisioners Court
Size of Legislative Body:
5

Demographics

2018 Population:
4410
25 to 64 Years of Age:
46.52%
65 Years of Age and Older:
29.34%

Economy, 2018

Gross Domestic Product (GDP):
$133.5 M
Labor Force:
1,890
Unemployment Rate:
3.10%

County Contact

501 Main St
County Courthouse
Junction, TX, 76849-4743

http://www.co.kimble.tx.us

Kimble County is located on the Edwards Plateau in southwest Texas. To the north, you’ll discover Menard County. Mason and Gillespie Counties are found towards the east. Counties to the south include Kerr and Edwards. Sutton County is found on the west of Menard County.  

The County seat is Junction. The county is named after George C. Kimble, a legend that died at the Battle of the Alamo.   

Kimble County Geography 

Alamo defender George C. Kimble was honored with 1,274 square miles of grasslands in Kimble. As its name suggests, Kimble County is located in the Rocky Mountains at an elevation of 1,400 to 2,400 feet above sea level.  

Wet clay loam and sandy loam make up the county’s hilltops and plains, respectively, while clay loam covers the flood plains. The Llano River and the two branches of the James River that run east and west are the two most important rivers in the area.   

The temperature ranges from 33°F in January to 97°F in July, with 22.33 inches of rain falling per year. During the planting season, which lasts for 213 days, plants are grown by farmers. The grasslands that cover most of the county is home to many trees; oak, shin oak, pecan, walnut, and cedar trees. Some of the creatures found there include deer, javelinas, rabbits, roadrunners, mockingbirds, and rattlesnakes. 

Kimble County Offices 

The county offices have several departments, including the County judge. At the moment, Judge Delbert R. Roberts holds the post. You can communicate with him through fax or phone at 325-446-2986 and 325-446-2724, respectively. 

Another office located at the county seat is the county clerk. Haydee Torres is the current county clerk whose role is to provide residents with the relevant social certificates and handle the county fees. To get in touch with his office, you can use fax at 325-446-2986 or by phone at 325-446-3353. 

Currently, the county tax assessor is Sheriff Allen Castleberry, who bears the burden of giving reports on the latest about the county’s taxes. Also in the seat’s jurisdiction is the issuance of the vehicle title and registration forms. Kenda McPherson is the assistant and acts as the County Appraiser. You can communicate with the county tax collector through 325-446-3717 on the phone and 325-446-4361 through fax. 

The county attorney, Andrew James Heap is in charge of the county’s judicial matters. You can ask questions or give suggestions via phone at 325-446-2378 or through fax at 325-446-2468. 

Still, on the same judicial note, the county justice of the peace is Judge Josh Cantrell. For assistance or inquiries on matters of peace around the county, contact his office email at [email protected], 325-446-2281on phone or 325-446-3691 by fax. 

Judge Delbert R. Roberts chairs the Kimble County Commissioners’ Court. The member commissioners include; Precinct 1 Jayden Schulze (830-459-7286), Precinct 2 Kelly Simon (325-215-9000), Precinct 3 Denis Dunagan (325-446-2524), and Precinct 4 Kenneth Hofmann (830-928-3531). 

Furthermore, the county office has the office of the District Clerk. Currently, the seat is occupied by Haydee Torres, who you can reach at 325-446-3353 on phone and 325-446-2986 through fax. You can also use email at [email protected].  

Activities To Do in Kimble County 

Here are some activities you would be interested in participating in within the county’s boundaries.  

Biking  

Trails of all levels of difficulty are available for you to explore. Use a helmet at all times. Bring a road map, plenty of water, food, and equipment to mend your bike if it breaks down. There are occasions when cell phone coverage is non-existent. Ride in a group or make a call to someone to let them know where you are. Make sure you and your bicycles are well-lit when traveling on the highway. 

You can enjoy mountain biking in state parks and wildlife management areas. 

Fishing 

Fishing with loved ones or friends can be a cheap and enjoyable way to spend time outside. Fish for free at state parks without a license, while for others, it is required. It helps maintain fish populations and healthy ecosystems by purchasing a fishing license.  

You can fish from over 70 state parks in the county for free.  

Hiking and Nature Walks 

Those who visit our state parks enjoy the hiking routes. Whether you’re looking for a quick stroll through nature or an all-day journey into the park’s most isolated areas, you’ll find it at Texas State Park. 

There are a couple of options for hiking in the Texas State Parks.  

You could opt to take Family-friendly hikes, Dramatic and demanding hikes, through-the-night backpacking experiences, and more. There is a list of parks offering different activities in different areas.  

Bird Watching 

State parks have some of the best places to watch birds during spring migration, summer nesting, fall hawk watches, and hummingbird migrations. They even have excellent winter birdwatching sessions. Different regions around the county offer different types of birds per season.  

From there, you can choose your favorite or plan on a schedule to visit each. They include; The Panhandle Plains, Prairies and Lakes, Pineywoods, Big Bend Country, South Texas Plains, and the Gulf Coast. 

Camping and lodging 

A couple of overnight options you might consider are campsites, lodgings, and group gatherings. Group and weekly prices are available at several national parks. The park’s website has further information, or you can reach out to them directly if you’re interested. 

Some camping safety and regulations are issued before camping.  

Among the safety tips are; to be cautious of the surroundings, keep a distance from wild animals, be watchful over your children and be careful of your fire usage. By etiquette, the county expects you to properly dispose of wastewater, leave the environment you are in clean, be mindful of other campers and keep food away from wild animals. They insist on using the seven camping C’s: care, courtesy, cleanliness, cooperation, caution, conservation, and common sense.