King County

King County is an administrative division in eastern Texas encompassing several small towns and rural communities. The area extends across prairie and woodland with a network of local roads connecting scattered settlements and farmland.

King County was established in 1876 and named after William Rufus King, a former US Vice President. The region developed as an agricultural area with stable, small-scale settlement patterns that persisted through the decades.

The county operates numerous public facilities, including libraries, parks, and community centers that provide educational programs and recreational activities for residents.

The area is best explored by car since public transportation is limited and communities are spread far apart. Travel is easiest during dry weather conditions, particularly in fall and spring when road conditions are most favorable.

The West Point Treatment Plant implements an advanced battery system that maintains operations during power outages, protecting Puget Sound water quality.

Location: Texas

Inception: November 19, 1876

Capital city: Guthrie

Shares border with: Cottle County, Foard County, Knox County, Stonewall County, Dickens County, Motley County, Kent County, Haskell County

Website: http://kingcountytx.com

GPS coordinates: 33.61000,-100.25000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:03