Milam County

Milam County spans a region of mixed landscapes, transitioning from prairie grasslands to forested savannah zones. The territory includes several communities such as Cameron, Rockdale, and Milano, connected through rural roads and defined by river valleys.

The county was established in 1837 and named after a key figure in the Texas Revolution. The region then developed as an agricultural area with growing settlements throughout the following century.

The name honors Benjamin Rush Milam, a central figure in Texas independence. Local communities maintain traditions tied to the region's diverse heritage, visible in how settlements use their shared spaces and gather for events.

The region is served by six independent school districts that support different communities. Visitors should know that the area is rural, with most services concentrated in the main towns.

The territory is defined by three major river systems: the Brazos River forming its northeastern boundary, while the Little River and San Gabriel River run through the land. These waterways have long shaped settlement patterns and how people farm the region.

Location: Texas

Inception: 1837

Capital city: Cameron

Shares border with: Falls County, Robertson County, Burleson County, Lee County, Williamson County, Bell County

Website: http://co.milam.tx.us

GPS coordinates: 30.79000,-96.98000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:06