Zapata County, Administrative county in southern Texas, United States
Zapata County extends across 1,058 square miles along the Rio Grande Valley, featuring a mixture of semi-arid terrain and water resources including Falcon International Reservoir.
The county, established in 1858, received its name from Colonel José Antonio de Zapata, a local rancher who participated in resistance movements against Mexico.
The population of 13,889 residents maintains strong Hispanic traditions through local celebrations, food preparation methods, and community gatherings throughout the year.
The Zapata County Independent School District oversees education while the Commissioners Court system manages governmental operations and public services for residents.
The county contains no incorporated municipalities, with all settlements designated as census-designated places, including the county seat of Zapata.
Location: Texas
Inception: January 22, 1858
Capital city: Zapata
Shares border with: Starr County, Jim Hogg County, Webb County
Website: http://co.zapata.tx.us
GPS coordinates: 27.00000,-99.18000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:46
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