Driftwood Texas (TX) - City Profile By Cofran's Texas Hill Country Portal

DRIFTWOOD, Texas

"no slogan"

"DRIFT-wood"

Population (2000): 21

COL Index (2008):
Elevation: 1,043ft

Area: undefined sm

County: Hays
Zip Code: 78619

Area Code: 512

Time Zone: CST
Coordinates: 30° 7' 23" N, 98° 1' 51" W
Location: Central part of county; 5 mi SE of Dripping Springs; 16 mi NE of Wimberley
Highways: 150, 1826, FM 967

Creeks: Onion

Rivers: None

Lakes: None

Parks: None

REFERENCES

CITY: Unincorporated

CHAMBER and TOURISM:None

MAJOR ATTRACTIONS:

DRIFTWOOD ESTATE WINERY: See details in the Directory below.

MANDOLA ESTATE WINERY: See details in the Directory below.

WIMBERLEY VALLEY WINERY: See details in the Directory below.

SALT LICK BBQ: See details in the Directory below.

EVENT CALENDAR: See web site shown above.

WEATHER: Weather Underground

MEDIA COVERAGE: Latest News (not available)

MAPS: Google, more maps

PRINCIPAL BUSINESS:

HISTORY: From Handbook Of Texas On-Line: "Developed in the 1880s as a supply center for neighboring ranches and farms. Pioneers settled in the area as early as 1850, but most settlers arrived in the early 1880s. The community grew rapidly in that decade, perhaps as a result of its access to the new rail terminals at Kyle and Buda. By 1890 Driftwood had a post office, a school, churches, a cotton gin, and a general store. From a low of ten in 1925, the population grew to nearly 100 during the middle years of the twentieth century, then dwindled to fewer than twenty-five by the 1970s. In 1945 Driftwood became part of the Buda school district. A century after its founding, the community remained a quiet Hill Country crossroads served by a general store and post office."

PRIOR NAMES: Liberty Hill

OTHER PROFILES: Handbook of Texas Online; Wikipedia; Podunk; City Data (not available); Texas Escapes (not available)

NOTES:

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BUSINESS & ORGANIZATION DIRECTORY

EMERGENCIES
(Police, Fire, EMS/Medical)
Dial 911

SAN MARCOS/HAYS COUNTY EMS: 512-353-5115; 1305 IH-35 N, San Marcos, TX 78667. http://www.smhcems.com. Serves San Marcos, Kyle, Mountain City, Hays, Dripping Springs, Henly, Driftwood, Uhland and Niederwald, most of Hays County and portions of Guadalupe County.

GOVERNMENT SERVICES

LOCAL CITY GOVERNMENT: Unincorporated

LOCAL COUNTY GOVERNMENT: See: Hays County Government Offices

STATE & FEDERAL GOVERNMENT: For offices that represent the Hill Country,
see: Texas & Federal Government Offices

CRISIS HOTLINES: click Hotlines-Emergencies

HUNTING, FISHING, TAXIDERMY, MEAT PROCESSING, HUNTING STORES

DAY & SEASON HUNTING OPPORTUNITIES:

See full list of leases for this town at: Hunting & Fishing.

LODGING-MOTELS-ACCOMMODATIONS-GUEST HOUSES-B&B'S

(THE) DRIFT INN: 512-608-3262; 400 York Creek Rd, Driftwood, TX 78619. On the outskirts of Wimberley, nestled among the oak trees on 10 secluded acres. A 2008 built 1BR, 1BA house perfect for that romantic getaway! www.thedriftinn.net

HILLSIDE CABIN BED & BREAKFAST: 512-894-0161; 130 Schoolhouse Ridge Road, Driftwood, TX 78619

LAKE AND CREEK HORSE RANCH: 512-587-9656; 13400 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619

MISCELLANEOUS GOODS & SERVICES

AUSTIN EQUINE ASSOCIATES: 512-858-0058; 20640 Hwy 150, Driftwood, TX 78619. A full-service equine veterinary hospital serving the greater Austin region. Services include all manners of equine surgery, digital radiography, shockwave therapy, acupuncture, ambulatory, and 24-hour emergency care.

BALCONES WATER WELL SERVICE: 512-847-3270; 500 Trails End Rd, Driftwood, TX 78619

CREEKSIDE PAVILION: At Onion Creek, Driftwood, TX 78619

DISCOUNT MERCHANDISE OUTLET: 512-848-3001; PO Box 46, Driftwood, TX 78619

DRIFTWOOD KENNELS: 512-894-0003; 19101 FM 150 W, Driftwood, TX 78619. www.driftwoodkennels.com

KW TREE FARM: 512-858-4886; 403 KC Memory Ln, Dripping Springs, TX 78619

LAKE AND CREEK HORSE RANCH 512-587-9656; 13400 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619

LLOYD'S WORKSHOP INCORPORATED: 512-894-0110; 18161 FM 150 W, Driftwood, TX 78619
www.acdelco.com

PDG SPRINKLER SERVICE: 512-653-7085; 2879 County Rd 170, Driftwood, TX 78619

SALT LICK BBQ: 18001 FM 1826, Driftwood, TX 78619. www.saltlickbbq.com. Open daily 11a-10p. Reservations accepted, bring your own cooler. Cash only (ATM available). Restaurant: 512-858-4959, Office for reservations, directions: 512-894-3117.

(THE) STARLIGHT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: 512-847-5608; 8601 RR 3237, Driftwood, TX 78619. www.starlightsymphony.org

STUDIO 88: 512-894-3027; 22500 Ranch Road 12, Dripping Springs, TX 78619

SUMMERTREE WOODSHOP: 512-847-5238; Turtle Hl, Driftwood, TX 78619

TEXAS H2OASIS: 190 Chalk Bluff Court, Driftwood, TX 78619-4605. www.texash2oasis.org. Non-profit. Mission: Provide Environmental Education, Restore/Manage the Land and Water Resources, Create Eco-Sanctuary for Wildlife/Animals

TRATTORIA LISINA: 512-894-3111; 13308 FM 150 W, Driftwood, TX 78619. www.trattorialisina.com. Italian restaurant at Mandola Winery.

TRAVEL CO-OP: 830-833-2139; POB 158, Driftwood, TX 78619. www.hillcountrytravelcenter.com

WINERIES

DRIFTWOOD ESTATE WINERY: 512-692-6229; 4001 Elder Hill Road (CR 170), Driftwood, TX 78619. www.driftwoodvineyards.com. Mon-Sun 10-6. Mediterranean style wines. Breathtaking hilltop view overlooking the vineyard. Tours, tastings, picnic area and covered deck. Weddings & private parties welcome! Mon-Thur 10a-4p. Directions: Located 6 mi S of Hwy 290 on RR 12 between Dripping Springs & Wimberley.

DUCHMAN FAMILY WINERY: 512-858-1470; 13308 FM 150 W, Driftwood, TX 78619; www.mandolawines.com; Mon-Sat 10-5; Sun 12-5. Producing fine Texas wines from traditional Italian grape varieties in a beautiful Hill Country setting, just 25 mi from downtown Austin. "In the Italian way we combine innovative equipment and techniques with traditional methods to produce uniquely Texas wines with an Italian sense of style. If you share our love of Italian wines, or if you are just looking for a fun outing, join us." Directions: Located on FM 150, 2.3 mi S of the intersection of FM 1826 and FM 150. http://www.duchmanfamilywinery.com

WIMBERLEY VALLEY WINERY: 281-350-8801; 2825 Lone Mountain Rd (CR 183), Driftwood, TX 78619. www.wimberleyvalleywinery.com. Just N of Wimberley off RR 12. Since 1982, produces a number of fine varietals and table wines, as well as our widely popular flavored and fruit wines. We select juices, fruit and wines for blending based on strict criteria from both in and outside of Texas which allows for the creation of the finest and most distinct wines possible. Map

UTILITY SERVICES

CALL or e-Locate BEFORE YOU DIG!
Free Texas 811 Locator
1-800-344-8377
www.texas811.com

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

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