Runnels County, Administrative division in central Texas, United States
Runnels County encompasses 1,051 square miles of Texas land with the Colorado River flowing through its southern section, featuring grasslands and agricultural fields.
The county, established in 1858 and named after Texas legislator Hiram G. Runnels, underwent organization in 1880 with Ballinger designated as the county seat.
The Charles H. Noyes statue at Ballinger Courthouse, created by sculptor Pompeo Coppini in 1919, stands as a representation of Texas cowboy heritage.
The county administration operates from 615 Hutchings Avenue in Ballinger, providing governmental services to approximately 10,000 residents across multiple communities.
The MacMillan oil field discovery near Ballinger in 1927 initiated the development of eighteen additional oil fields throughout the county by 1949.
Location: Texas
Inception: 1858
Capital city: Ballinger
Website: http://www.co.runnels.tx.us
Shares border with: Taylor County, Coleman County, Concho County, Tom Green County, Coke County, Nolan County
Website: http://co.runnels.tx.us
GPS coordinates: 31.83000,-99.97000
Latest update: March 25, 2025 09:10
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