Glen Cove

Glen Cove, on Hords Creek and Farm Road 53 in west central Coleman County, was named for a rancher called Glen who drove cattle from Waco to the area for winter grazing. The town remained a small ranching center. In 1940 it had a church, three businesses, and seventy-five residents. By 1980 its population was reported as forty, and it continued to be reported at that level through 2000.

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Belongs to

Glen Cove is part of or belongs to the following places:

Currently Exists

Yes

Place type

Glen Cove is classified as a Town

Associated Names

  • (Cox's Store)

Location

Latitude: 31.86597890
Longitude: -99.63757480

Has Post Office

No

Is Incorporated

No

Population Count, 2009

40