Stephens County, County administration center in Breckenridge, Texas, United States
The county spans 921 square miles of plateau terrain with elevations ranging from 1,000 to 1,600 feet above sea level in north central Texas.
The Texas legislature established this territory in 1858 as Buchanan County, later renaming it Stephens County in 1861 after Confederate Vice President Alexander Stephens.
The county maintains strong connections to ranching traditions, with livestock operations accounting for 90 percent of agricultural income through cattle, horses, and sheep production.
Residents access government services and handle property tax payments through the Certified Payments portal, utilizing specific bureau codes for online transactions.
The Clear Fork of the Brazos River flows through the county, where natural landmarks include Gunsight Mountain, Double Mountain, and Evans Peak.
GPS coordinates: 32.74000,-98.84000
Latest update: March 13, 2025 10:14
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Fort Griffin
42.2 km
Fort Belknap
46.6 km
Possum Kingdom State Park
30.2 km
Fort Richardson
81.8 km
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
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Conrad Hilton Center
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Robert E. Howard Museum
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Barton Creek Bridge
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Shackelford County Courthouse Historic District
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US 281 Bridge at the Brazos River
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Erath County Courthouse
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First Presbyterian Church
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Erath Memorial Arch
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Throckmorton County Courthouse and Jail
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Dawson Saloon
83.3 km
Fort Belknap Historic Site
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First National Bank Building
83.3 km
Conrad N. Hilton Center & Museum
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National Theater
46.9 km
Majestic Theatre
37.6 km
Old Post Office Museum & Art Center
46.9 km
Eastland County Museum
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Robert E. Howard House
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Baird Depot Museum
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State Highway 120 Bridge at the Brazos River
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Possum Kingdom Bridge
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Breckenridge Stephens Walker Home
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