Buchel County, Former county in Texas, United States
Buchel County was a former county occupying the northeastern area of present-day Brewster County in Texas, with Marathon serving as its county seat. The territory covered roughly what is now the eastern part of the Brewster County area.
The county was created in March 1887 when the Texas legislature divided Presidio County into separate parts. It remained active for about ten years before being dissolved in 1897.
The name comes from Augustus Buchel, a German military officer, reflecting German influence on early Texas settlement and development. This connection to German heritage shaped the region's identity during its time.
Historical records, documents, and maps from the county's period of operation are preserved in the Texas State Archives and available for research and genealogical study. These resources help visitors trace family connections and understand the region's development.
The 1890 census recorded around 300 residents, with most concentrated in Marathon, making it one of the smaller population centers of the era. This relatively small population reflects how sparsely settled the remote Big Bend region was during that time.
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