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 Cofran's Texas . . . Hill Country Portal A Powerful Information Database & Gateway Service for the Texas Hill Country BERTRAM, Texas Pronounced: "BER-trim" "no slogan" Population (2003): 1,258 Tax Rate (2010): 2.1841/$100
Elevation: 1,263 ft Area: 1.1 smCounty: Burnet
Zip Code: 78605 Area Code: 512Time Zone: CST
Coordinates: 30° 44' 39" N, 98° 3' 21" W Location: E part of county; 10 mi E of Burnet; 6 mi NE of Oatmeal; 37 mi NW of Austin Highways: FR 243, 1174, TX 29 Creeks: None Rivers: NoneLakes:NoneParks: City Park
REFERENCES CITY:CITY OF BERTRAM: 512-355-2197 166 W Vaughn, Bertram, TX 78605 Web: www.bertramtx.com CHAMBER and TOURISM:  BERTRAM AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Bertram, TX 78605
Web: www.bertramtx.org BERTRAM ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP: 512-355-2026; 3115 E FM 243, Bertram, TX 78605-3838 BURNET COUNTY TOURISM: www.thehighlandlakes.org.org 
MAJOR ATTRACTIONS:
BERTRAM TRAIN DEPOT: Restored 1912 depot, open to the public. www.bertramtx.com/train-depot.html AUSTIN STEAM TRAIN ASSOCIATION TRAIN RIDES: 512-477-8468; www.AustinSteamTrain.org. Historic railroad operates vintage passenger cars pulled by A 1960 diesel Alco Engine while the 1916 steam engine is restored. Coach and Lounge car rides available on Sun. Originating in Cedar Park (except the Bertram Flyer), the excursion goes into the Hill Country, including a brief stop at Bertram (take the "BERTRAM FLYER" to explore the 1912 Train Depot) and to Burnet (take the "HILL COUNTRY FLYER" with a relaxed layover for a picnic or lunch at a restaurant of your choice). Special trips for major occasions (Valentine's, Mardi Gras, Bluebonnet, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Christmas and theme trips) with performances, mystery players, magic and fun activities on board. All seats are reserved and pre-assigned. Operates year-round. Times & locations vary so check schedule on web. 
OATMEAL FESTIVAL: Annual event began in 1977 as a spoof of the large number of chili festivals held by small towns attempting to attract visitors. Bertram had been left off the map by the state map-makers, so the good natured townspeople of Bertram created this humorous way to get back on the map! This fun festival has stood the test of time, and is now a strongly-rooted community event every year the weekend before Labor Day. Festivities include a barbeque, games, fun run, Ms. Oatmeal pageant, community parade and pet parade. Fundraiser for community projects and scholarships. PARKS: see Parks BERTRAM CITY PARK: 166 W Vaughan S. & TX 29 EVENT CALENDAR:
WEATHER: Weather Underground MEDIA COVERAGE: City Data; Topix MAPS: Google, more maps PRINCIPAL BUSINESS: Manufacture of ceramic floor tiles, paving tiles, marble fixtures, and vacuum-formed and molded plastic products HISTORY: Handbook of Texas Online: "The town was established in 1882, when the community of San Gabriel in Williamson County was moved two miles northwest to the newly constructed Austin and Northwestern Railroad. The new community was named for Austin merchant Rudolph Bertram, the largest stockholder in the Austin and Northwestern. A post office opened in 1882, and by 1891 the town had an estimated population of 150, a cotton gin-gristmill, three general stores, a grocer, a blacksmith, a shoemaker, and two wagonmakers. After 1900 Bertram was a shipping point for cotton, cattle, and wool. In 1928 a record 11,624 bales of cotton were ginned in the town. In the early 1930s plummeting cotton prices and the Great Depression caused the town's population to decline from a high of 1,000 in 1929 to 550 by 1931. It was 600 in 1949 and by 1966 stood at 1,205. In 1989 the town had a population of 1,002 and nineteen businesses. At that time Bertram's principal industries included the manufacture of ceramic floor tiles, paving tiles, marble fixtures, and vacuum-formed and molded plastic products. In 1990 the population was 849." Also see: www.bertramtx.com/history.html Filming location for 1996 movie, "Courage Under Fire". PRIOR NAMES: OTHER PROFILES: Wikipedia; Podunk; City Data; Texas Escapes NOTES: We welcome submission of updates, additions, corrections & digital photos, without compensation. BUSINESS & ORGANIZATION DIRECTORY THE WOOD & GLASS SHOP: 512-355-2696; POB 943, Bertram, TX 78605. Beautiful Glass and Wood Art Gallery CHURCHES
AMBASSADOORS FOR CHRIST CHURCH: 4030 TX 29, Bertram, TX 78605 ANDICE BAPTIST CHURCH: 6570 FM 970, Bertram, TX 78605 BERTRAM CHURCH OF CHRIST: 512-355-2322; POB 494, 535 N West St, Bertram, TX 78605 BERTRAM CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 512-355-2182; POB 242, 430 TX 29, Bertram, TX 78605. www.trinitycumberland.org, http://cpbertram.com BERTRAM FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH: 512-355-2167; POB 1602, 325 S Gabriel St, Bertram, TX 78605. http://www.bertramfirstbaptist.org. BRIGGS BAPTIST CHURCH: 315 Short St, Bertram, TX 78605 FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST): 512-355-2570; POB 73, 410 West St, Bertram, TX 78605. www.fcc-bertram.org FIRST COWBOY CHURCH OF BURNET COUNTY: 512-966-5171; 1004 CR 252, Bertram, TX 78606. www.firstcowboychurchofburnet.com 
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: 512-355-3210; POB 197, 135 N St, Bertram, TX 78605. www.firstumcbertram.org HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC CHURCH: 512-355-2972; POB 94, 520 TX 29 E, Bertram, TX 78605 IGLESIA BAUTISTA EMANUEL CHURCH & FELLOWSHIP HALL: 4000 W FM 243, Bertram, TX 78605. CR 330 & FM 243 JOPPA CHURCH & FELLOWSHIP CENTER: 512-355-2956; 8447 CR 210, Bertram, TX 78605 OATMEAL CHURCH OF CHRIST: 512-355-2629; 6226 FM 243 W, Bertram, TX 78605
BERTRAM POLICE DEPARTMENT: Admin: 512-355-2442; Emergencies: 911 BERTRAM VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT: Emergencies: 911, Office/Admin 512-355-2717; 512-355-2442; 163 W Vaughan, Bertram, TX 78605. www.bvfd.us GOVERNMENT SERVICES
LOCAL CITY GOVERNMENT: Unincorporated BERTRAM, CITY OF: 512-355-2197; 166 W Vaughn, Bertram, TX 78605. www.bertramtx.com Web: www.bertramtx.com LOCAL COUNTY GOVERNMENT: See: County Government Offices Precinct 2: N of TX 29 to US 281 on the W. Precinct 3: S of TX 29 to US 281 on W STATE & FEDERAL GOVERNMENT: For offices that represent the Hill Country, see: Texas & Federal Government Offices 
US POST OFFICE: 512-355-2144; 135 FM 243 W, Bertram, TX 78605. www.usps.com
DAY & SEASON HUNTING OPPORTUNITIES: See full list of leases for this town at: Hunting & Fishing. CEDAR CREEK INN: 512-355-3400; 352 E Vaughan St, Bertram, TX 78605. www.cedarcreekinntx.com COLBERT RANCH: 512-355-2444/3225; POB 703, 2505 S FM 1174, Bertram, TX 78065. ridecolbertranch.com. Dude ranch & horseback riding. 250 acres of diverse terrain, seasoned American quarter horses, hayrides, meals. On South San Gabriel River. We accommodate groups from 2 to 150 people and beginner to advanced riders. Wide variety of activities fit for entire family. From single session trail rides to horseback riding groups for any age, equine experiences to fit every ability level. Pavilion, horse petting/brushing, arena riding. Hiking. Corporate meeting space and special events. SAN GABRIEL RIVER INN: 512-355-2102; 8327 CR 210, Bertram, TX 78605. www.sangabrielriverinn.com MEDICAL SERVICES
DAYTON R. WARDEN, JR. DDS: 512-355-2115; POB 444, 1220 TX 29 W, Bertram, TX 78605. www.daytonwardendds.com. General Dentistry SETON BERTRAM HEALTHCARE CENTER: 512-715-3118; 160 N Lampasas St, Bertram, TX 78605. www.seton.net MISCELLANEOUS GOODS & SERVICES
BAT CREEK FARM: 512-755-2942; POB 637, Bertram, TX 78605. Home-grown & fresh fruit and vegetables BECKY'S HAIR FASHION: 512-355-2341; Bertram, TX 78605 BIG'S: 512-355-3031; 555 TX 29 E, Bertram, TX 78605 BRIZENDINE'S DEER PROCESSING: 512-355-2897; 352 W Vaughan St, Bertram, TX 78605. http://brizendinesdeer.com BULLOCK, BENNETT & ASSOCIATES: 512-355-9198; 165 N Lampasas St, Bertram, TX 78605. www.bbaengineering.com. Environmental engineering and construction oversight CACTUS JACKS: 866-676-3090; 8234 CR 252, Bertram, TX 78605 C&S MOBILE HOMES & RV TRANSPORTING: 512-355-3510; 2901 TX 71 E, Bertram, TX 78605 CENTRAL TEXAS PAVING STONE: 512-489-2266; 10627 E FM 243, Bertram, TX 78605 CERAMIC DINOS: POB 405, Bertram, TX 78605. www.ceramicdinos.com. Ceramic supplies, classes and firing CLIP ART BUDS & BLOOMS: 512-522-0824; 144 E Vaughan St, Bertram, TX 78605. Florists CROSSBOW CONSTRUCTION: 512-355-3682; POB 853, Bertram, TX 78605. www.crossbowconstructioninc.com. Construction and remodeling DIJ CONSTRUCTION: 512-355-2766; POB 1609, Bertram, TX 78605. www.dijconstruction.com. Pavement marking service DIVERSIFIED MACHINING: 512-355-3270; 3703 TX 29 E, Bertram, TX 78605. www.diversifiedmachining.net DOLLAR GENERAL: 512-355-2740; 575 TX 29 E, Bertram, TX 78605 EXXON TRAVEL MART: 512-355-2585; Bertram, TX 78605. Gasoline, convenience, fast food FARMERS STATE BANK: 512-355-2121; POB 1619, Bertram, TX 78605. www.fsbertram.com GATOR SEPTIC & TRENCHING: 512-355-2986; 119 Oaks Rd, Bertram, TX 78605 GLOBE THEATER: 124 W Vaughn St, Bertram, TX 78605 HCC CATHOLIC FOOD PANTRY: 512-355-2918; POB 94, Bertram, TX 78605 J PATRICK MOORE, CPA, CIA, CGFM: 512-355-3985; POB 918, Bertram, TX 78605. Accounting services JB ENTERPRISES: 512-756-5002; 8120 CR 252, Bertram, TX 78605 JERREBONNA LEATHERS: 512-433-9234; Bertram, TX 78605 LEWIS CONTRACTORS: 512-355-9094; POB 1623, Bertram, TX 78605. Utility installation and construction services MARY JANE'S: 254-371-1177; 555 N Grange, Bertram, TX 78605 MC DANIEL & MC DANIEL: 512-355-3179; 310 Indian Wls, Bertram, TX 78605 METAL WORKZ: 512-350-6711; Bertram, TX 78605 MILL IRON CONSTRUCTION: 512-756-7656; Bertram, TX, 78605 PILOT KNOB VINEYARD & WINERY: 512-489-2999; 3125 CR 212, Bertram, TX 78605. www.pilotknobvineyard.com POOFY DOO'S HAIR SALON: 512-355-9232; 118 E Vaughan St, Bertram, TX 78605. http://www..PoofyDoos.com PREMIER CONSTRUCTION: 512-355-2844; 1010 TX 29 E, Bertram, TX 78605 RANCHERS FEED & SUPPLY: 512-355-2145; POB 245, Bertram, TX 78605. Farm & ranch equipment, feed & seed (THE) ROCK SHOP: 512-525-6905; 155 W Vaughn St, Bertram, TX 78605. Jewelry RIVER RANCH PAINTS: 512-489-2400; 9755 FM 243 E, Bertram, TX 78605. Horse boarding stables SEPTIC SYSTEM: 512-930-4515; 1921 CR 304, Bertram, TX 78605. www.septicsystemservice.com TBM HEAT TREATING: 512-355-9607; Bertram, TX, 78605 TWO STEP PLUMBING-JOHN ALBARADO: 512-567-0462; 5541 TX 29 W, Bertram, TX 78065 THREE STAR CUSTOM PAINTING: 512-355-2107; Bertram, TX, 78605 WHITE WATER SPRINGS: 888-997-8439; 10900 FM 1174, Bertram, TX 78605 WINKLEY'S TRADING POST II: 512-355-2540; 601 E TX 29, Bertram, TX 78605. Electrical Supply, Farm & Ranch Equipment, Hardware, Garden Nursery NON-PROFIT & PUBLIC SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS
AMERICAN LEGION: A congressionally chartered mutual-aid organization of military veterans founded to benefit those veterans who served during a wartime. www.legion.org. Local Legion: POST 607: 512-355-2033/2558; POB 433, Bertram, TX 78605
BERTRAM 4-H: POB 433, Bertram, TX 78605
BERTRAM AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Bertram, TX 78605. www.bertramtx.org
BERTRAM BUYING COMMITTEE: POB 60, Bertram, TX 78605 BERTRAM CUB SCOUT PACK 285: 512-756-7206; POB 243, Bertram, TX 78605 BERTRAM ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP: 512-355-2026; 3115 E FM 243, Bertram, TX 78605-3838 BERTRAM ELEMENTARY PTO: 512-355-2111; 315 Main, Bertram, TX 78605 PRAIRIE FLOWER GARDEN CLUB: POB 157, Bertram, TX 78605 BERTRAM FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY: 512-355-2113; POB 243, Bertram, TX 78606 BERTRAM GIRL SCOUT TROOP 291: Bertram, TX 78605 BERTRAM LIBRARY (JOANNE COLE MITTE MEMORIAL): 512-355-2113; 170 N Gabriel, Bertram, TX 78605 BERTRAM LIBRARY THRIFT STORE: 512-355-2609; POB 243, Bertram, TX 78605 BERTRAM LITTLE LEAGUE: POB 93, Bertram, TX 78605 
BOY SCOUTS: www.scouting.org. A non-profit organization that provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness. Local Boy Scouts: BERTRAM BOY SCOUT TROOP 285: 512-355-2322; POB 494, Bertram, TX 78605
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL: 512-355-3665; POB 1, Bertram, TX 78605. Helping with financial problems and planning BERTRAM LAND & REALTY: 512-853-9720, 512-355-9010; 560 TX 29 W, Bertram, TX 78605. www.BertramLandRealty.com CAPITAL OF TEXAS LAND COMPANY: 512-489-2400; 9755 E FM 243, Bertram, TX 78605 CASTLEBERRY PROPERTIES LTD: 512-355-2844; 1010 TX 29 E, Bertram, TX 78605 CENTEX RANCHES: 888-684-2271; 260 TX 29 W, Bertram, TX 78605. www.centexranches.com (THE) LUEDECKE GROUP REALTORS: 512-577-1463; 512-331-0000; 512-355-2030; POB 1632, Oatmeal (Bertram), TX 78605. www.TexasLand.net. Luedecke Land Company, Inc. WHITEWATER SPRINGS: 512-355-3393; 10900 S FM 1174, Bertram, TX 78605 RESTAURANTS-DINING-BEVERAGES-ENTERTAINMENT
BERTRAM SMOKE HAUS: 512-355-2302; 110 W TX 29, Bertram, TX 78605 BERTRAM BAR-B-QUE: 512-355-9404; TX 29, 1 mi W of town, Bertram, TX 78605 BRUNO'S BITE TO EAT: 9420 CR 272, Bertram, TX 78605-3865 COMMON GROUND COFFEE HOUSE: 512-355-3616; 1460 TX 29 W, Bertram, TX 78605 CRAZY GAL'S CAFE: 512-355-3676; 525 TX 29 E, Bertram, TX 78605 D'S PIZZA: 512-355-9128; 240 W TX 29, Bertram, TX 78605 EL RANCHO: 512-355-3759; 535 TX 29, Bertram, TX 78605 GOOD GRAZ'IN CAFE: 512-355-9340; 240 W TX 29, Bertram, TX 78605 (THE) HUNGRY MOOSE FAMILY RESTAURANT: 512-355-3855; 360 W TX 29, Bertram, TX 78605. www.hungrymoosetxcom LAS ROSAS MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 512-355-3542; 102 Castleberry Court, Bertram, TX 78605 LOS MEZKAN’S TAQUERIA: 512-355-3505; 3317 E TX 29, Bertram, TX 78605 MARY'S BEEF & BUNS: 512-355-2518; 240 TX 29 W, Bertram, TX 78605-4531 NATE'S BERTRAM CAFE: 512-355-3128; 535 E SH 29, Bertram, TX 78605 NENE'S SWEET TREATS BAKERY: 860-613-3555; 360 W TX 29, Bertram, TX 78605 PIZZA TIME: 512-355-9704; 525 TX 29 E, Bertram, TX 78605 PLACE THE EL LUGAR: 3317 TX 29 W, Bertram, TX 78605 SHELL STATION GRILL: 555 E TX 29, Bertram, TX 78605 TIN STAR BAR-BBQ: 512-355-3555; 110 W TX 29, Bertram, TX 78605 TONY'S HILL COUNTRY SMOKED BBQ: 512-355-3420; CR 258, W on TX 29 on edge of town, Bertram, TX 78605 TRAVEL MART CONVENIENCE STORE: 512-355-2585; 324 TX 29 E, Bertram, TX 78605 WHEELER'S EATERY: 512-355-3473; 1460 TX 29 W, Bertram, TX 78605-4554 YOUNG GUNS PIZZA & CAFE: 512-355-2432; 525 TX 29, Bertram, TX 78605 SCHOOLS
BERTRAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: 512-355-2111; 315 Main St, Bertram, TX 78605. A "Blue Ribbon School." See Burnet for Burnet CISD.
LOCAL UTILITY PROVIDERS: CITY OF BERTRAM WATER/SEWER DEPT: 512-355-2197 AL CLAWSON DISPOSAL: 512-746-2000; Garbage removal service ATMOS GAS: 800-460-3030; Natural gas service INTERNET: See Zeecon in Marble Falls 
PEDERNALES ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE (HQ): 1-888-554-4732 for connections & service. Local office: 512-355-2131; 365 TX 29 E, Bertram, TX 78605 HILL COUNTRY-WIDE UTILITY PROVIDERS: For Hill Country area utility service providers (electric, gas, water, sewer, trash), telecom providers (land lines, cellular service, TV, internet), and related services (package delivery, newspaper, etc.), click: Utilities & Telecom SANDY ROAD GUEST HAUS:
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