Wildfire Hazard

Wildfire is a real risk in Kerr County's Hill Country landscape

Dry cedar and oak brush, periodic drought, and Hill Country winds make Kerr County a wildfire-prone area.

The Hill Country is identified by Texas emergency managers as a region at elevated wildfire risk. Kerr County's landscape — live oak, juniper (cedar), and dry grass — can carry fire quickly under windy conditions. The Texas A&M Forest Service and TDEM issue wildfire preparedness alerts for the Hill Country region during dry or windy weather.

If you buy or build in Kerr County, consider how close structures are to brush and whether a burn ban is in place. Kerr County commissioners can issue burn bans during dry periods. Check the county's current burn ban status before burning brush or trash. The Texas Division of Emergency Management's website at tdem.texas.gov has information on wildfire preparedness.

Source to confirm: Texas A&M Forest Service – Wildfire Risk in Texas

More Kerr County notes

Property Tax Basics

Two offices handle your property taxes in Kerr County

The appraisal district sets your property value, but a separate tax assessor-collector sends the bill and takes payment.

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Homestead Exemption

A homestead exemption can cut your school tax bill in Kerr County

If your home is your primary residence, you can apply for a homestead exemption that reduces the taxable value of your property.

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Agricultural Appraisal

Farm and ranch land in Kerr County can be taxed on productivity, not market value

Land used for ranching, crops, or wildlife management may qualify for a special tax appraisal that is far lower than market value.

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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.

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