Rural land work in Bastrop County, Texas
Who to call before clearing, digging, septic, wells, and building in Bastrop County. Official links, last checked Oct 26, 2026.
General information from official sites, not legal advice. Rules change, so call the office before you start.
County offices
Septic (OSSF) permits
Bastrop County Development Services is TCEQ's authorized agent (211 Jackson St., Bastrop; 512-581-7176). All septic installations need a permit regardless of acreage, plans need a site evaluation by a licensed site evaluator or engineer, and new aerobic systems need a 2-year maintenance contract. A Permit to Construct lasts one year.
Source: Bastrop County: On-Site Sewage Facilities · last checked Oct 26, 2026
State links for Texas
- Septic: TCEQ, getting a permit for an OSSF
Texas septic (OSSF) permits come from a local authorized agent, or TCEQ's regional office where there is none. (checked Oct 26, 2026) - Wells and pumps: TDLR water well drillers and pump installers (checked Oct 26, 2026)
- Burning brush: Texas burn bans map (Texas A&M Forest Service) (checked Oct 26, 2026)
- Before you dig: call 811 (checked Oct 26, 2026)
- USDA Web Soil Survey
A free early read on your soil. Not a perc test.
Storm notice
No FEMA disaster declaration covers Bastrop County since Jul 29, 2026.
Source: FEMA, OpenFEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries, declarations since Jul 29, 2026, pulled Oct 27, 2026. Each declaration links to its FEMA page. All storm alerts
Usual order of work
- Clear the land
- Excavate & driveway
- Power to the land
- Septic
- Water well
- Water lines & hookups
- Pond
- Pole barn
- Storm shelter
Example pros serving this county
Pressure Point Pump & Water EXAMPLE Well pumps & treatment