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.
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Courthouse administrative offices to close at noon on May 1

Sun, 03 May 2026

With the exception of the DPS office, offices at the Caldwell County Courthouse will shut down today at noon in preparation for this weekend s Cinco De Mayo celebration on the square. Offices will reo...Read more...

County roads close due to flooding

Fri, 01 May 2026

Multiple low-water crossings on county roads have closed due to rising waters from steady rainfall. Polonia Road (1000 Block) in Lockhart Polonia Road at FM 2001 in Lockhart William Pettus Road/FM 198...Read more...

Tire Disposal Event set for May 30

Fri, 01 May 2026

Drop off your old unwanted tires for free on Saturday, May 30 at one of two locations in Caldwell County. Tires may be dropped off from 8 a.m.-noon (or until the containers are full) at 423 San Marcos...Read more...

Flood Watch in effect through 9 p.m. Friday (5/1)

Thu, 30 Apr 2026

The National Weather Service issued a Flood Watch for Caldwell County through 9 p.m. Friday (5/1/2026). Rainfall amounts of 2-4 inches with isolated amounts of up to 6 inches are possible. A flood wat...Read more...

The May 14, 2026 Commissioners Court Meeting will be held in Room 200 at 9 a.m. in the Caldwell County Courthouse at 110 S. Main St., Lockhart, Texas.

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