Cleburne

Cleburne is the county seat of Johnson County in north-central Texas, situated on both sides of the Nolan River. The city spans an area with modest elevation and serves as a regional hub for commerce, government services, and transportation connections.

The city was founded in 1867 and named after Confederate General Patrick Cleburne during the post-Civil War reconstruction period in Texas. This timing connected the settlement to broader regional development and railroad expansion that transformed the area.

The railroad played a central role in shaping the town, and this heritage remains visible through preserved stations and historic rail infrastructure throughout the area. Local traditions still reflect the importance of rail transport in how the community developed and organized itself over time.

Major highways US-67 and State Highway 171 intersect in the city, providing straightforward access to Dallas, Fort Worth, and surrounding areas. These main routes make it simple to reach other destinations in the region without complicated navigation.

Lake Pat Cleburne, created in 1964, flooded the original county seat of Wardville, which now rests beneath the lake's surface. This submerged location stands as a reminder of how development and infrastructure projects reshaped the area's geography and settlement patterns.

Location: Johnson County

Inception: March 23, 1867

Elevation above the sea: 233 m

Website: http://cleburne.net

GPS coordinates: 32.35167,-97.39250

Latest update: December 18, 2025 20:02