Atascosa County, Administrative division in South Texas, United States.
Atascosa County is an administrative division in South Texas covering an area of rolling terrain with gentle hills scattered throughout. The Atascosa River winds through the southeastern portion, shaping the region's natural geography.
The county was established in 1856 by the Texas Legislature, carved from portions of neighboring Bexar County. This creation followed earlier land grants from the 1820s that brought settlers to the region.
The county maintains five independent school districts serving multiple communities, including Jourdanton, Pleasanton, Poteet, Charlotte, and Lytle school systems.
Major highways connect the county to the San Antonio metropolitan area, providing convenient routes for travelers passing through. The main roads make it easy to reach different communities within the region.
The county serves 48,981 residents across ten municipalities while participating in the Alamo Area Council of Governments development initiatives.
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