Refugio County, Administrative division in Texas, United States.
Refugio County is an administrative division on the Texas Gulf Coast, containing multiple cities and small communities. The area spans coastal plains and interior regions with both water and land.
The area was originally a Mexican municipality but became an official Texas county in 1837, shortly after Texas independence. This shift marked the transition from Mexican to American administration.
The area developed from a blend of Mexican and Texas traditions, visible today in local architecture, place names, and crafts. This cultural mix shapes daily life and appears in community celebrations and local businesses.
Major highways including U.S. Highway 77, Interstate 69E, and State Highway 35 connect the area to surrounding Texas regions. These roads make it easy to explore and reach other areas.
The area gained significance for oil production after discovery of a major oil field. This development contributed to the region's economic growth.
GPS coordinates: 28.31710,-97.23941
Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:45
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