Bastrop County
Government AdministrationTexas, United States51-200 Employees
Bastrop County is a county-level government entity in central Texas, responsible for local administration and public services for residents and businesses. It is headquartered in Bastrop and sits within the Austin-Round Rock metropolitan area; the county covers a substantial area and has historical roots dating to its creation in 1834 and formal recognition in 1837, named for the Baron de Bastrop. The county has faced significant events such as the 2011 wildfire that destroyed thousands of homes, underscoring the scope of its emergency management duties. The county serves residents and local enterprises in central Texas, delivering infrastructure, safety, and community services. In recent years it has pursued external collaborations to advance public service delivery, including launching an online vaccination portal in 2021 to support health initiatives.