Erath County

Erath County is an administrative region in central Texas with its main offices located in Stephenville. The county encompasses several smaller towns and rural communities governed through a decentralized system of elected officials.

The county was established in the 1800s and developed as an agricultural region. Over time its administrative structures were adapted to serve the changing needs of its growing population.

County officials regularly interact with community members at various local gatherings, from church services to football games, maintaining strong community bonds.

Visitors can obtain information at the offices in Stephenville, which serves as the administrative center of the county. Services are available during standard business hours and staff can assist with questions about county operations.

The county governance model functions through individual elected officials rather than centralized authority, with each official directly accountable to voters.

Location: Texas

Inception: 1856

Capital city: Stephenville

Shares border with: Palo Pinto County, Hood County, Somervell County, Bosque County, Hamilton County, Comanche County, Eastland County

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

GPS coordinates: 32.23000,-98.22000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:23