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Belton, Texas

Population: 15,500
Located in Bell County

Belton is near the center of the State of Texas and has a beautiful downtown historic district of fine Victorian era homes. Local topography varies from rolling plains to wooded hills, with two large lakes just a ten-minute drive from the interstate. Within a 180 mile radius of Belton is a market of more than 9.4 million people including the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Austin, San Antonio, and much of Houston. The region encompasses 55 percent of Texas.

There are many opportunities for recreation in Belton. Located on the Leon River, Belton Lake is a fisherman's and boater's haven, covering 12,300 acres with 136 miles of shoreline. It is a favorite spot for water sports, fishing tournaments, camping, picnics or just relaxing. Located on the Lampasas River, Stillhouse Hollow Lake is rated one of the top lakes in Texas for water quality. It covers 11,830 acres and 58 miles of shoreline. With the lake open to all, there are many attractive areas for outdoor recreation, water sports, hunting, fishing and boating or just relaxed living. Miller Springs Nature Center is located below Lake Belton Dam on FM 2271in the historic "Tennessee Valley" and along the Leon River, on 266 acres of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers property. Miller Springs Nature Center serves as a "Classroom Without Walls" for area school districts. It is opened to the self-guided public, free of charge, each day of the year from dawn to dusk.

Belton's school district is called Belton Independent School District. The motto which also expresses the district's mission statement is "every kid is a winner." At Belton ISD the mission is to ensure every student achieves maximum educational potential. This school district is a key reason families and businesses choose to locate in Belton. The Texas Education Agency has rated Belton ISD as a "Recognized" district and the high school is among the state's top high schools. There are six elementary schools (K-4), one primary academy (Pre K, 2 and 3) two intermediate schools (5-6), a junior high (7-8) and two high schools (9-12).

Overall, Belton offers the quiet serene location to relax for the weekend or forever. Yet, Belton's location gives businesses a prime opportunity to have the ideal location for commerce. No matter if you're just stopping through on your way down I-35 or have decided to make Belton your home, we invite you to "Kick off your boots and stay awhile!"

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