Weather & Hazards

Wind energy and wildfire risk both shape life in Nolan County

Nolan County is home to several large wind farms, and dry, windy conditions also create real wildfire risk.

Nolan County is home to a large number of wind farms, including the Roscoe Wind Farm area. The open grasslands that make good wind energy also dry out fast. When drought combines with strong winds, wildfire risk goes up sharply. Wind turbines and other ignition sources have sparked fires in the area in recent years.

If you live or own land in the county, check the Texas A&M Forest Service burn ban map before any outdoor burning. Also check the National Weather Service zone forecast for Nolan County (Zone TXZ054) before high-wind events. During drought, local officials may issue burn bans — violating one is a crime.

Source to confirm: National Weather Service — Zone Area Forecast for Nolan County (TXZ054)

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Property Tax

Who handles your property taxes in Nolan County

The Nolan County Appraisal District sets property values, while a separate county tax assessor-collector office handles tax collection.

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Homestead Exemption

Homestead exemption can lower your tax bill in Nolan County

If you own and live in your home as your main residence, you may qualify for a homestead exemption that reduces what you owe in property taxes.

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Water & Wells

Nolan County has an active groundwater conservation district

The Wes-Tex Groundwater Conservation District regulates wells and water use in Nolan County — important if you plan to drill a well or buy rural land.

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Mineral Rights

Oil and gas are still active in Nolan County — mineral rights matter

Petroleum has been produced in Nolan County since 1939, and the Texas Railroad Commission regulates all oil and gas activity in the area.

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