Calhoun County

County Seat: Year Organized: 2000 Population: Square Miles:
Port Lavaca 1847 20,647 512

Four Courthouses: 1846, 185__ (Indianola), 1887 (Port Lavaca) & 1959

The Caldwell County Courthouse was built by Martin, Brynes & Johnston in 1893. Most attribute its design to San Antonio architect Alfred Giles. However, it is more likely that Henri E. M. Guindon is the architect.
Calhoun County Hurricanes

Severe storms with high winds, heavy rains and tidal surges, hurricanes have played a significant role in events that shaped Calhoun County's history. Entire towns, including Indianola (a key Gulf seaport and Calhoun County seat) and Saluria (Republic-era port on Matagorda Island) were destroyed by 19th-century storms. Over the centuries, residents have dealt with wind and water damage to property, and lives have been lost during hurricanes. Stories of survival and rebuilding in the aftermath of these torrential storms also figure prominently in Calhoun County history. (2001)

1887 Court House

 

 

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