Rockwall County

Rockwall County is an administrative division in eastern Texas that encompasses several small towns and rural communities spread across the region. The county operates public services including law enforcement, courts, and infrastructure maintenance to serve its residents.

The area was established as a county in 1873 and initially served as a center for farming and ranching activities. Over time it developed into a mix of rural and growing residential communities within the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan region.

The county detention center implements rehabilitation programs, offering inmates access to educational resources, counseling services, and professional development opportunities.

The county is open to visitors and accessible for exploring its communities without any special requirements or advance planning. Stop in each town center to experience local shops, services, and how residents go about their daily lives.

The county's Justice of the Peace system handles local legal matters while participating in Leadership 254, advancing governmental leadership capabilities in Texas.

Location: Texas

Inception: March 1, 1873

Capital city: Rockwall

Shares border with: Kaufman County, Hunt County, Dallas County, Collin County

Website: http://rockwallcountytexas.com

GPS coordinates: 32.89000,-96.41000

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:31