The City of DeCordova is a 1612 lot all age residential gated community. It is located six miles east of the Granbury Square, 32 miles southwest of Fort Worth, Texas. This approx. 855 acre (1.34 sq. miles, revised 6/2005) development started in 1969 at the same time that the construction started on the Lake Granbury Dam. It was to be a second-home weekend retreat for golfers and boaters from the Metroplex. As the roads improved and the amenities and quality of life became apparent, people recognized a perfect year round residential haven. DeCordova became the second largest city in Hood County on January 15, 2000. It was the first city to incorporate in Texas after the turn of the new century earning the right to be called Texas's "Millennium City". The vote for incorporation passed by over 80% in favor with the provision that there would be no city taxes. Many believe it is the "The West's Best Eastern Place to Live".

 Besides being a city, all residences are members of the deCordova Bend Estates Owners Association and the deCordova Bend Estates Country Club. A three in one package all paid for by a per month assessment. This covers the 24 hour security, roads, common areas and all of the facilities, and activities out lined below (except where noted).

The City - The all-volunteer City Counsel, including a City Mayor and five counsel persons, have the mission to maintain the quality of life with out any taxes or expenses, and to comply with the regulations required by the State of Texas. They have done so to date and presently have a surplus of cash on hand generated by electric companies franchise taxes paid to the city.

The Owners Association. . A nine member volunteer Board of Directors are the key to the operations deCordova Bend Estates (DCBE). Each Director has a responsibility for a portion of the DCBE amenities. For example, one each covers Roads and Grounds, House and Entertainment, Architecture and Beautification, Security, Fire and Water, Golf , Tennis and Fitness, Marina, etc. There is a General Manager and a staff of seventy-five paid employees who carry out and manage the day to day operations.

The Country Club. . The DCBE Country Club includes a 30,000 square foot Club House with a Pro Shop for the 6423 yard, 18 hole course (par70), plus an Executive Par Three - 9 hole course. In addition there are two lighted tennis courts, swimming and wading pool, Fitness Center, 74 stall marina, RV Park, Driving Range and three undeveloped park areas that are in the planning stage. For those who choose to use the following, there is a $20 per month Golf Cart Trail fee and a $40-$62.50 per month Marine Boat Slip fee above the monthly assessment (plus tax).

• Three parks (Under development)
• Recreational areas including
• Driving range
• Marina with Service and Repair Shop, and Gas pumps available for vehicle and boating.
• Boat Ramp
• RV overnight parking.
• 18 hole regulation golf course (Built in 1968 , designed by Leon Howard & Dave Bennett Greens: Tidwarf Grass Fairways: Bermuda Grass, new irrigaion system 2003.) 130 acres
• Nine hole Executive Par Three golf course (Built in 1999) 60 acres
• Common shoreline - 2,200 feet of the 22,700 feet of shoreline, most on private lakeshore lots.
• Two lighted Tennis Courts
• One outdoor swimming pool with children's wading pool. (Open Memorial Day to Labor Day with Lifeguard Staff.
• Youth Activities Center and Teen Room near pool
• Fitness Center with weight / exercise equipment

Here are the revised Stats on the city of DeCordova as of April 2005. The population is based on 2.3 people per household and 1.8 in the Condos. This is an approximation. A study sample will give a more accurate count. The state average of 3 people per household is not applicable to our development and would give a higher count of 4182 people.

• Acton Municipal Water District tax retired 2003
• Note: All taxed services are for services outside of the City of DeCordova. The City does not have any taxes.

Hood County 426 sq. miles Elevation is 693 to 810 feet. See Topo Map.

Acton Elementary (K-3)
817 408-4200
Oak Woods Intermediate (4-6)
817 408-4750
Acton Middle School (7-9)
817 408-4800
Granbury High School (10-12)
817 408-4600

 Hood County Area Codes:

817 - (GRANBURY, ACTON, CRESSON)
254 - (TOLAR, LIPAN, PALUXY, BLUFF DALE)

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