Dalhart, Texas
Dalhart sits on the high, flat plains of the far northwestern Panhandle in Dallam County, about 70 miles northwest of Amarillo. The town grew as a railroad and ranching center and lies at the heart of country once part of the vast XIT Ranch, whose legacy the community still commemorates. Today the surrounding shortgrass plains support large-scale cattle feeding and dryland and irrigated farming, and the Rita Blanca National Grassland lies nearby.
Property here runs through the Dallam Central Appraisal District and the county tax office — the homestead exemption, the appraisal cap, protests, and any MUD, PID, or special districts all sit at the parcel level. The Dallam County notes below cover the practical details, with the official county directory for the appraisal district and tax office.
Dallam County notes
What to know around Dalhart
Property Tax
Who Handles Property Taxes in Dallam County
The Dallam County Appraisal District sets property values and handles exemption applications for all taxing units in the county.
Groundwater
Water Wells and the Ogallala Aquifer in Dallam County
Nearly all water in Dallam County comes from the Ogallala Aquifer, which is managed by the North Plains Groundwater Conservation District.
Public Land
Rita Blanca National Grassland Near Texline
The Rita Blanca National Grassland is federal public land near Texline where people can hunt, hike, and picnic at no charge.
Wildfire Hazard
Wildfire Risk in Dallam County
Dallam County's wildfire risk comes from a High Plains mix: dry grass, low humidity, and wind that can move fire fast.
Hunting & Fishing
Hunting Licenses Are Required in Dallam County
Any person hunting or fishing in Dallam County must have a valid Texas license from Texas Parks and Wildlife, with limited exceptions.
Local History
Dalhart Grew from Two Railroads and the XIT Ranch
Dalhart was founded in 1901 where two railroads crossed, and became a major shipping point for the legendary XIT Ranch.
Nearby
Places near Dalhart
Nearby counties
Local notes for nearby counties
Hartley County
4 local notes · Panhandle / High Plains
Sherman County
6 local notes · Panhandle / High Plains
Moore County
3 local notes · Panhandle / High Plains
Oldham County
5 local notes · Panhandle / High Plains
Potter County
23 local notes · Panhandle / High Plains
Hutchinson County
7 local notes · Panhandle / High Plains
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