Milam County

Milam County, Texas, is a historic Central Texas county established in 1836, named after Benjamin Rush Milam, a soldier who died during the Texas Revolution at the Siege of Bexar. Milam County seat is Cameron, located approximately 75 miles northeast of Austin and 55 miles east of Temple. Milam County includes approximately 1,022 square miles and has a population of roughly 25,268 residents according to recent census estimates. Milam County is bordered by the Brazos River on the west and features rolling prairie terrain with agricultural lands dominating the scene. Major communities include Cameron, Rockdale, Buckholts, Gause, and Thorndale. Milam County is known for its rich agricultural heritage, particularly cattle ranching and crop production, and its coal mining history that once powered significant industrial activity. Milam County Courthouse in Cameron, built in 1892, is a historic landmark and houses several key offices including Milam County Clerk at 102 S. Fannin Avenue, Cameron, TX 76520. Milam County Tax Assessor-Collector and County Recorder functions are performed through integrated offices within the courthouse complex. Lake Limestone, a 13,680-acre reservoir, is a major recreational attraction and provides cooling water for NRG Energy's power generation facility. Milam County's transportation infrastructure includes U.S. Highway 77 and State Highway 36, connecting communities throughout Milam County. Milam County retains its small-town character while serving as an important agricultural and energy-producing region in Central Texas.

• Lake Limestone, a 13,680-acre reservoir, is a major recreational attraction and provides cooling water for NRG Energy's power generation facility.

Milam County Texas Court is located at 101 East Main Street, Cameron, TX 76520. It is a district court that handles civil and criminal cases. It also handles family law, probate, juvenile, and other matters. The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Inmate lookup services are typically available by calling the jail directly or visiting the facility in person, though some Texas counties provide online inmate rosters through third-party vendors or county websites.
• Booking photos and mugshots are generally accessible through the same public information request process, though some agencies may charge reasonable fees for copies.
• Processing times vary, but agencies must respond to requests promptly under state law, typically within ten business days.

• Fannin Avenue, Suite 203, Cameron, TX 76520 (phone: 254-697-7049), maintains records for the District Court, while the County Clerk maintains County Court records.
• Case searches can be conducted in person at the District Clerk's office, and some Texas counties participate in the statewide re:SearchTX portal for online case lookup, though availability varies by jurisdiction.
• Fees for certified copies typically range from $1 to $5 per page plus certification fees.

• The office provides document recording services during regular business hours, typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with recording fees established by state statute.
• Fannin Street, Cameron, TX 76520 (phone: 254-697-6519), conducts property appraisals and maintains detailed parcel information.
• Certified copies of recorded documents can be requested in person or by mail, with fees typically $5 for the first page and $4 for each additional page of the same document, plus applicable certification fees.

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

• Processing typically takes several business days for in-person requests and up to two weeks for mail requests.
• Marriage licenses are issued by Milam County Clerk's office and require both applicants to appear in person with valid identification; the fee is $81, or $21 if both parties complete a premarital education course.
• Divorce records (final decrees) are maintained by the District Clerk's office at Milam County Courthouse and can be requested in person or by mail with proper identification and payment of applicable fees.
• Online ordering through third-party vendors may offer convenience but typically involves higher service fees.

Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.

• Most formal business entities must register with the Secretary of State's Corporations Section regardless of county location.
• Unincorporated areas fall under Milam County's jurisdiction, while incorporated cities maintain their own permitting processes.