Webb County

Webb County is an administrative region in southern Texas that spans roughly 3,400 square miles and has Laredo as its administrative center. The area encompasses a densely populated border region with a mix of urban and rural land shaped by trade and cross-border commerce.

The Texas Legislature established this county in 1848 and named it after James Webb, a former Secretary of State for the Texas Republic. The creation occurred during a significant period of border development and shaping of the region's political identity.

The Washington's Birthday celebration in Laredo draws visitors from both sides of the border and reflects the strong Mexican-American traditions woven into everyday life. The festival shows how two cultures shape the community's identity and local customs year-round.

Interstate 35 and U.S. Route 83 run through the area and connect it to major transportation networks for straightforward travel. These highways make it easy to reach Laredo and explore the region without difficulty.

The area borders three Mexican states at the same time: Coahuila, Nuevo León, and Tamaulipas, making it a distinctive border location. No other U.S. county shares this triple border connection with Mexico.

Location: Texas

Inception: January 28, 1848

Capital city: Laredo

Shares border with: Dimmit County, McMullen County, Jim Hogg County, La Salle County, Duval County, Zapata County, Maverick County

Website: http://webbcounty.com

GPS coordinates: 27.77000,-99.33000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 00:50