DeCordova, Texas facts for kids
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DeCordova, Texas
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Millennium City
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Location of DeCordova, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Hood |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.62 sq mi (4.19 km2) |
| • Land | 1.41 sq mi (3.65 km2) |
| • Water | 0.21 sq mi (0.54 km2) |
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,007 |
| • Density | 1,856/sq mi (717.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
76049
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| Area code(s) | 817 |
| FIPS code | 48-19570 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410309 |
DeCordova is a small community in Hood County, Texas, United States. It is sometimes called an "unincorporated city." In 2020, about 3,007 people lived there.
DeCordova is a special neighborhood with gates, located right on Lake Granbury. It's about 6 miles (10 km) east of Granbury. This area is part of the larger Granbury Micropolitan Statistical Area.
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History of DeCordova
DeCordova Bend Estates started to be built in the late 1960s. This was around the same time the De Cordova Bend Dam was created. The dam was built on the Brazos River to help control the water flow. This dam also formed the beautiful Lake Granbury.
A Weekend Getaway
The new community was first planned as a fun place for weekend trips. People from the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex could come here to relax. Over time, it became a full-time home for people of all ages. It is about 34 miles (55 km) southwest of Fort Worth.
Fun Things to Do
DeCordova offers many cool things for its residents. It has a recently updated clubhouse. There are 27 holes of golf for golf lovers. You can also find a marina, a swimming pool, and tennis courts. There's a fitness center and other great facilities too.
Who Was Jacob De Cordova?
DeCordova was named after a man named Jacob Raphael De Cordova. He was a land agent and helped settle the area. Jacob De Cordova was born in Spanish Town, Jamaica. He and Robert Creuzbaurqv made an important map. It was called the Map of the State of Texas and was first published in 1849.
Texas' Millennium City
The community of DeCordova officially became a city on January 15, 2000. This was a special moment! DeCordova was the very first city in Texas to become incorporated after the year 2000. Because of this, it proudly calls itself Texas' "Millennium City."
People of DeCordova
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| 2010 | 2,683 | — | |
| 2020 | 3,007 | 12.1% | |
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DeCordova has been growing steadily since 2020. The average household income in the city is about $85,000. Many people who live here work in jobs that require special skills. These include professional, technical, or management roles.
The city is mostly home to families and people who are retired. The average age of residents is about 45 years old. Most people living in DeCordova are White. There are also smaller groups of Hispanic and African American residents.
See also
In Spanish: DeCordova (Texas) para niños
