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Kaufman County · Septic / OSSF
A Kaufman County septic system starts with an approved plan
A new or changed septic system normally needs county approval before construction or use.
Kaufman County · Soil & Land Character
Dark Blackland clay helped shape Kaufman County
The fertile Blackland Prairie supported a cotton landscape that still shows in Kaufman County's fields and town histories.
Kaufman County · Floodplain Development
Floodplain development in rural Kaufman County needs review first
Work in a FEMA floodplain in rural Kaufman County needs a county permit before construction begins.
Kendall County · Groundwater / Water Wells
A special district regulates water wells in Kendall County
The Cow Creek Groundwater Conservation District controls well drilling in Kendall County, so you need a permit before you drill.
Kendall County · Flood Risk
The Guadalupe River floods fast in Kendall County
Rain upstream in Kerr County can send floodwaters through Kendall County within hours. Low-water crossings and riverside properties are especially at risk.
Kendall County · Wildfire Risk
Wildfire Prep Starts at the Roofline in Kendall County
Kendall County's 2023 wildfire work ties growth at the wildland edge to practical chores around the house.
Kenedy County · Windstorm Insurance
Kenedy County Is in TWIA Windstorm Territory
Kenedy County is one of the Texas coastal counties where TWIA may offer wind and hail coverage when private coverage is not available.
Kenedy County · Mineral Rights
Oil and Gas Activity in Kenedy County
Oil was discovered in Kenedy County in 1947, and the Texas Railroad Commission regulates all drilling and production here.
Kent County · Water Rights
Groundwater in Kent County Is in GMA 6
Kent County sits in Groundwater Management Area 6 with no local groundwater district covering it, so state rules govern what happens when you sink a well.
Kent County · Mineral Rights
Oil and Gas Activity in Kent County
Oil has been produced in Kent County since 1946, and the Railroad Commission of Texas regulates all wells and production here.
Kerr County · Property Records
A Free Heads-Up When Something Hits Your Kerr County Deed
The Kerr County Clerk offers a free alert that emails you whenever a document is recorded against your name or property.
Kerr County · Groundwater & Wells
Drilling a water well in Kerr County requires a permit
The Headwaters Groundwater Conservation District regulates wells in Kerr County and requires permits before you drill.
Kerr County · Flood Risk
Flash floods are a serious danger in Kerr County
The Hill Country around Kerrville sits in what is commonly called Flash Flood Alley, one of the most flash-flood-prone areas in the United States.
Kerr County · Land Records
Looking Up Land Records in Kerr County
Every deed, lien, and foreclosure notice in Kerr County is filed with the County Clerk, and you can search the real-property records for free online.
Kerr County · Septic Systems
Outside city limits in Kerr County, you likely need a septic permit
Most of Kerr County is not served by public sewer, so homes outside city limits need a permitted on-site sewage facility.
Kerr County · River Authority
The Upper Guadalupe River Authority manages water in Kerr County
UGRA is a conservation and reclamation district created by the Texas Legislature that handles water quality, river monitoring, and flood preparedness for the Guadalupe River watershed in Kerr County.
Kerr County · Wildfire Hazard
Wildfire is a real risk in Kerr County's Hill Country landscape
Hill Country grass, brush, drought, and wind make wildfire something Kerr County landowners need to think about before a dry spell arrives.
Kimble County · Groundwater & Wells
A Local District Regulates Water Wells Here
Kimble County's groundwater district handles well registration, new drilling forms, and non-exempt well permits for rural land.
King County · Mineral Rights
Oil and gas production is active in King County
King County has had oil production since 1943, and buyers of land here should understand how mineral rights work before they close a deal.
King County · Agricultural Valuation
Ranch land in King County can be taxed on productivity, not market value
Texas productivity appraisal can lower the tax value of qualifying King County ranch land, but a changed use can bring a three-year rollback tax.
Kinney County · Water & Wells
Water Wells and the Groundwater District in Kinney County
A local groundwater district oversees wells in Kinney County, and the aquifer that supplies most water also feeds three notable springs.
Kleberg County · Storm routes
Two Familiar Highways Become Kleberg's Hurricane Routes
The county's hazard plan names State Highways 141 and 285 as evacuation routes and warns that flooding can change how well they work.
Kleberg County · Coastal Insurance
Windstorm Insurance Is a Separate Policy in Kleberg County
Kleberg County is one of the first-tier coastal counties in TWIA's service area. Wind and hail may sit outside a regular home policy.
Knox County · Water Wells
Knox County sits inside a groundwater conservation district
Before a new well goes in on rural Knox County land, call Rolling Plains GCD. It reviews well-drilling forms for Knox, Haskell, and Baylor counties.
Knox County · Mineral Rights
Oil and gas activity in Knox County: what landowners should know
Knox County has a history of oil and gas production, so buyers of rural land should always check whether mineral rights are included in a sale.
La Salle County · Mineral Rights / Oil & Gas
Eagle Ford Shale Runs Under La Salle County
La Salle County is an Eagle Ford county, so surface ownership and mineral ownership can be two different things on the same tract.
Lamar County · Flood Risk
Check FEMA Flood Maps Before Buying Near Creeks or Rivers
Lamar County has both the Red River and the North Sulphur River, so flood zone status matters for many rural and riverside properties.
Lamar County · Weather Hazards
Lamar County Has a Real Tornado Risk Each Spring
Lamar County sits in a corridor of North Texas where tornadoes occur, especially in spring — the April 1982 outbreak was a significant example.
Lamb County · Water Wells
A Groundwater District Regulates Wells Over the Ogallala Aquifer
All of Lamb County sits over the Ogallala Aquifer, and a state-authorized water district controls who can drill a well and how much they can pump.
Lampasas County · Water Wells
Groundwater Rules Apply to Water Wells Here
Lampasas County is in Groundwater Management Area 8. The Saratoga Underground Water Conservation District oversees well permits and groundwater rules for the entire county.
Lavaca County · Water & Wells
Lavaca County has no local groundwater district, and here is what that means
Lavaca County has no local groundwater district. That means fewer local permit rules for water wells, but state rules still apply.
Lee County · Water Wells
A Groundwater District Controls Well Permits in Lee County
Lee County is inside the Lost Pines Groundwater Conservation District, which means drilling or operating a water well requires a permit.
Leon County · Water Wells
Leon County has a groundwater district that oversees water wells
Leon County wells run through the Mid-East Texas Groundwater Conservation District. Put the permit question near the front of any rural land plan.
Liberty County · Septic permits
A new septic system in rural Liberty County needs county review
Build, repair, alter, or extend a septic system on rural Liberty County land and you generally need a permit and approved plan.
Liberty County · County permits
County permits still matter outside Liberty County city limits
On unincorporated land, Liberty County handles permits for buildings, culverts, meters, septic work, and several commercial uses.
Liberty County · Property records
Deeds and plats live with the Liberty County Clerk
Liberty CAD tracks value for taxes, but deeds, plats, liens, easements, and other land records live with the County Clerk.
Liberty County · Flood Insurance
Flood insurance is separate from homeowners insurance in Liberty County
Standard homeowners insurance does not cover flood damage — you need a separate flood policy, especially near the Trinity River.
Liberty County · Flood Risk
The Trinity River regularly floods parts of Liberty County
Liberty County sits on the Trinity River floodplain, and flooding is a real and recurring risk for homes and roads near the river.
Live Oak County · Groundwater / Water Wells
A Local District Regulates Water Wells in Live Oak County
The Live Oak Underground Water Conservation District oversees well drilling in the county and may require permits before you dig.
Loving County · Mineral Rights
Mineral Rights and Surface Rights Can Be Separate
In Loving County, buying land does not always mean you own the oil and gas under it. The mineral estate can be separate from the surface.
Loving County · Water Supply
Water Is Scarce and Saline in Loving County
Loving County gets about 10 inches of rain a year, and past irrigation projects failed because groundwater here is often too salty to use.
Lubbock County · Weather Risk
Hail and Severe Storms Are a Real Hazard Here
Lubbock County gets large hail, strong winds, and bad storms often. Your roof and insurance choices matter here.
Lubbock County · Water Planning
Long-Term Water Supply Is an Active Planning Issue
Lubbock County relies on the Ogallala Aquifer and surface reservoirs for water. Long-term supply is a real concern.
Lubbock County · Water Wells
New Wells Need a Permit from the Groundwater District
Before drilling a new water well in Lubbock County, you must get a permit from the High Plains Underground Water Conservation District.
Lubbock County · ETJ / Zoning
Outside City Limits Still Has Some City Rules
Land just outside a city in Lubbock County can fall inside the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ). That means some city rules still apply, even if you are not paying city taxes.
Lubbock County · Climate
The High Plains Climate Is Dry, Windy, and Extreme
Lubbock County gets only about 18 inches of rain a year, sits at high elevation, and sees both brutal summer heat and hard freezes in winter.
Lubbock County · Groundwater
Your Well Water Comes from a Shrinking Aquifer
Nearly all rural water in Lubbock County comes from the Ogallala Aquifer, one of the largest in the world, but water levels have been dropping for decades.
Lynn County · Groundwater
Most Lynn County water comes from the Ogallala Aquifer, and it is declining
Rural wells in Lynn County usually point to Ogallala groundwater, so permits, spacing, and water history matter before you drill.
Madison County · Groundwater & Wells
A Madison County Water Well Starts With METGCD
Before a new well is drilled, the owner needs either an exempt-well registration or permits from the Mid-East Texas Groundwater Conservation District.
Martin County · Mineral Rights
In Martin County, Someone Else May Own What's Under Your Land
Surface rights and mineral rights can be split. In Texas, mineral owners have strong surface-use rights.
Martin County · Water & Wells
Martin County Groundwater Comes from the Ogallala Aquifer
Most rural water in Martin County comes from the Ogallala Aquifer, and a local district monitors it and can help if you are buying property with a well.
Mason County · Water supply
Most Rural Properties in Mason County Rely on Private Wells
Rural Mason County water often comes from private wells, and the local groundwater district has rules to check before drilling.
Matagorda County · Groundwater
A local district regulates groundwater in this county
If you plan to drill a water well in Matagorda County, you must work with the Coastal Plains Groundwater Conservation District.
Matagorda County · Coastal Windstorm Insurance
Coastal homes may need windstorm insurance through the state
Matagorda County is in TWIA's coastal coverage area, so wind and hail insurance can involve extra steps before closing.
Matagorda County · Flood Maps
Flood maps for this county were recently revised
FEMA released revised preliminary flood maps for Matagorda County in early 2025, which could change flood insurance requirements for some properties.
Maverick County · Water & Agriculture
A Large Irrigation Canal Supports Farming Here
Maverick County has one of Texas's largest gravity-fed irrigation canal systems, drawing from the Rio Grande to water farmland.
Maverick County · Oil & Gas
Maverick County Sits Over the Eagle Ford Shale
The Eagle Ford Shale formation runs under Maverick County, making mineral rights and oil and gas activity relevant to anyone buying land here.
Maverick County · Flood Hazard
The Rio Grande Can Flood — Know Your Risk
Properties near the Rio Grande in Eagle Pass face real flood risk, and a flood map can show whether your land is in a hazard zone.
McCulloch County · Water Wells
Drilling a water well in McCulloch County requires a permit first
The Hickory Underground Water Conservation District regulates groundwater in McCulloch County — you must file a notice and get a permit before drilling most wells.
McLennan County · Flood Zones
Brazos River Flooding Is a Real Risk Here
The Brazos River and Bosque River tributaries cross McLennan County, putting many properties in or near FEMA flood zones.