Buford, Mitchell County, Texas facts for kids
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Buford, Mitchell County, Texas
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 Buford, Mitchell County, Texas
Location in Texas
Buford, Mitchell County, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Mitchell |
| Elevation | 2,162 ft (659 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 325 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1331582 |
Buford is a small, unincorporated community in Mitchell County, Texas. An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. In the year 2000, about 25 people lived in Buford.
Where is Buford Located?
Buford is found in the middle of Mitchell County, Texas. It's right where two roads meet: Texas State Highway 208 and Farm to Market Road 1982.
It's about 5 miles (8 km) north of Colorado City. Sweetwater is about 34 miles (55 km) to the east. Big Spring is about 43 miles (69 km) to the west.
What is Buford's Climate Like?
Buford has a climate that's called semi-arid. This means it's usually dry, but not a complete desert. It gets some rain, but not a lot. On climate maps, this type of weather is often shown as "BSk".
Learning in Buford
Years ago, in 1947, Buford had its very own school. Today, students from Buford attend schools in the Colorado Independent School District.
