Brownwood, County seat in Brown County, Texas, United States.
Brownwood is a city in central Texas that serves as the administrative center of Brown County. The Pecan Bayou flows through the eastern part of town and shapes the surrounding landscape.
The settlement moved its location before officially becoming a town in 1884 due to conflicts over land rights. During the Second World War, a large military base here temporarily housed tens of thousands of soldiers.
Howard Payne University, established in 1889, forms an educational center within Brownwood, contributing to the academic development of Brown County residents.
Lake Brownwood lies a few miles north and offers opportunities for boating and fishing. The town is accessible via several highways and has a street grid that is easy to explore by car.
A university dating back to the 19th century gives the townscape an academic character. The main campus sits centrally and is open to visitors interested in college architecture.
Location: Brown County
Elevation above the sea: 416 m
Website: http://ci.Brownwood.TX.us
GPS coordinates: 31.70806,-98.98250
Latest update: December 5, 2025 16:30
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