Kaufman County

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Kaufman County Information about Kaufman County Local Government The county seat is located in the southern portion of the county in the City of Kaufman, Texas.

Kaufman County was founded in 1848. Cities in Kaufman County include, Combine, Cottonwood, Crandall, Forney, Grays Prairie, Kaufman, Kemp, Mabank, Oak Grove, Oak Ridge, Post Oak Bend, Rosser, Scurry, Talty, and Terrell. Kaufman County is located in northeastern Texas, just 30 minutes east of Dallas, TX, and less than 2 1/2 hours from the Louisiana state line. The county's center lies at approximately 32°35' north latitude and 96°18' west longitude. The county comprises 788 square miles of the Blackland Prairie region of Northeast Texas. The terrain is predominantly level to gently undulating, with an elevation ranging from 300 to 550 feet above sea level. The county is on the divide between two large rivers, the Trinity and the Sabine. It is located in the Trinity River watershed and is drained, in its western half, by the East Fork of the Trinity River and its tributaries, and, in its eastern half, by Cedar Creek and its tributaries, which flow into Cedar Creek Reservoir in the southern part of the county. Prairie grasses and mesquite, oak, pecan, and elm trees grow along the streams of the county. The soils are slightly acidic, with dark to light loamy surfaces and clayey subsoils. Mineral resources include limestone, sand and gravel, oil, and gas. The climate is subtropical-humid. Temperatures range in July from an average low of 72° F to an average high of 97° and in January from 33° to 54°. Rainfall averages thirty-nine inches, and the growing season averages 245 days each year. Kaufman County has an estimate population of 145,000 and has been named the 3rd fastest growing county in the state and 2nd fastest growing county in the nation.

10/12/2026

All Kaufman County Offices will be closed today, Monday, October 12, 2026. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, October 13th.

10/05/2026
09/18/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Lakes Regional to Assume Kaufman County Mental Health Authority Duties (Date TBD)

Kaufman County, Texas — Lakes Regional Community Center (Lakes Regional) will become Kaufman County's Local Mental Health Authority (LMHA), assuming the role from the North Texas Behavioral Health Authority (NTBHA). A transition date has not yet been established.

Residents should not experience any interruption in services as a result of this change. Until the transition is finalized, NTBHA will continue serving as Kaufman County’s LMHA, and will maintain responsibility for existing provider contracts and mental health authority functions. Stakeholders will be notified by Lakes Regional once a date has been mutually established by Lakes Regional, NTBHA, and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

Upon completion of the transition, Lakes Regional will assume all duties of the mental health authority and ensure the provision of a full range of mental health and crisis response services. Lakes Regional will become Kaufman County's point of contact for mental health matters. While some services and programs NTBHA has brought to the county may no longer be available, Lakes Regional is committed to working collaboratively with community stakeholders to identify needs and provide high quality mental health services.

This transition does not affect substance use disorder services. NTBHA will continue to serve as the designated Local Behavioral Health Authority responsible for these services.

Contact

Community partners and stakeholders with questions about the transition may contact their designated representative at Lakes Regional Community Center or at NTBHA.

Make a difference for your local animal shelter or rescue with your Dog Day Out! Share your experience & nominate them t...
09/16/2026

Make a difference for your local animal shelter or rescue with your Dog Day Out! Share your experience & nominate them to win a $1,000 Tractor Supply Gift Card. Enter by 9/25/2026 at this link https://tractorsupply.wyng.com/DogDayOut

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. See rules at the link above.

We have so many dogs at the Kaufman County Pet Adoption Center that would love for you to come meet them this weekend and share your experience!

A Historic First for Kaufman County: National Recognition for Excellence in ProcurementKaufman County is proud to announ...
09/15/2026

A Historic First for Kaufman County: National Recognition for Excellence in Procurement
Kaufman County is proud to announce a historic achievement. For the first time in County history, the Kaufman County Purchasing Department has earned the prestigious 2026 Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award from the National Procurement Institute.

Among the 254 counties in Texas, Kaufman County is one of only 12 counties to receive this national recognition in 2026.

The AEP Award is a nationally recognized benchmark for excellence in public procurement, recognizing organizations that demonstrate high standards in innovation, professionalism, productivity, leadership, and e-procurement.

Led by Purchasing Agent Lorena Diaz, this achievement reflects Kaufman County’s commitment to transparency, accountability, fair and competitive procurement, responsible use of taxpayer dollars, and high professional standards in public service.

For Kaufman County, this award is more than a national recognition. It affirms the strong standards and practices that guide the County’s procurement process and our continued commitment to excellence in serving the citizens of Kaufman County.

Congratulations to the Kaufman County Purchasing Department on making County history and representing Kaufman County with excellence on the national stage.

09/11/2026
A Saturday well spent! We are so excited for the opening of our new annex in Precinct 2 and want to thank all of the com...
09/08/2026

A Saturday well spent! We are so excited for the opening of our new annex in Precinct 2 and want to thank all of the community that attended this event!

09/02/2026

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1902 US Highway 175
Kaufman, TX
75142

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+14693764100

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