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Welcome to Caldwell County Situated immediately southeast of the state capital city, our county, with more than 45,800 residents according to the most recent decennial Census, is well-positioned for significant expansion. We have rapid and simple access to Austin, San Antonio, and Houston. The town of Lockhart, known as the Texas BBQ Capital, and Luling, home of the famed Watermelon Thump event, are located inside the County and each has its own special qualities and advantages. Gary Job Corps, the nation's first and biggest Job Corps program, is situated in Caldwell County and is close to the San Marcos Regional Airport. Situated in the center of the Texas Innovation Corridor, Caldwell County is a part of the Greater San Marcos area.
Read the latest Commissioners Court recap
We want your input on our Hazard Mitigation Plan Having an updated Hazard Mitigation Plan is vital for the county. Learn more and take a brief survey to help shape the process.
Caldwell County officials meet with state leaders at Capitol
Courthouse provides educational opportunity
Caldwell County's Transportation Plan Learn more about existing transportation infrastructure conditions and recommended improvements.

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June 5: Be aware of flooding related closures

Fri, 06 Jun 2025

Overnight rainfall of more than 3 inches in some parts of northwestern Caldwell County have led to intermittent water-related closures on multiple roads today. Please be aware: Attempting to pass by a...Read more...

Burn Ban is OFF

Tue, 27 May 2025

Caldwell County Commissioners at their Tuesday, May 27 regular meeting removed a countywide burn ban that had been active since May 13 . Please remember: Burn only natural brush Keep a water source ne...Read more...

Commissioners Court Recap: May 27, 2025

Tue, 27 May 2025

Caldwell County Commissioners discussed the burn ban, an ordinance prohibiting jumping from bridges , an order authorizing the sale of fireworks for the Fourth of July and a proclamation declaring Jun...Read more...

County proclaims May Fair Housing Month

Mon, 19 May 2025

Caldwell County proclaimed May 2025 as Caldwell County's Fair Housing Month at its May 13 regular meeting. View the proclamation here .Read more...

Commissioners Court Recap: May 13, 2025

Tue, 13 May 2025

Caldwell County Commissioners discussed an external financial audit, the burn ban and the addition of a virtual court kiosk at the Veteran Services Office at its May 13, 2025 regular meeting. (Picture...Read more...

Stay 'air aware' to protect health, property and the community

Wed, 07 May 2025

Community Science: Community Science" means the public contributes to scientific knowledge and understanding by participating in projects, collecting data, and sharing information to help better under...Read more...

The June 10, 2025 Commissioners Court Meeting will be held in Room 200 at 9 a.m. in the Caldwell County Courthouse.

110 S. Main St., Lockhart, TX.

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2024 Notice of County Tax Rates

Environmental Task Force Complaint Form

Wildfire and Weather Updates

Road Closures

2024 Transportation Plan

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NOTICE: The Texas Workforce Commission ("TWC") is the entity responsible for enforcing the Fair Housing Act in the State of Texas. You have one year after an alleged violation to file a complaint, but you should file it as soon as possible. Go to https://www.twc.texas.gov/programs/civil-rights to file a complaint.

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