Looking for a wetland delineation in Marfa, TX? Describe your project once and up to three wetland consultants who work in Marfa and Presidio County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Marfa is home to about 1,641 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a shrinking community (−8.2% since 2020). With 1,011 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Low-lying lots, stream corridors and former farmland can hold wetlands that must be mapped before building.
Marfa at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 1,641 (−8.2% since 2020)
- Rank in Texas
- 666th of 1,224 cities and towns
- Land area
- 1.6 sq mi
- Population density
- 1,011 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- City (Marfa city)
- Main county
- Presidio County
What to check before hiring in Marfa
- Rules: in Texas, wetlands can be regulated by the Corps of Engineers, the state and the county, each with its own rules and buffers.
- Season: some indicators are only reliable in the growing season; ask the consultant when to schedule.
- Survey: the delineated boundary is usually located by a land surveyor for the site plan.
- Price drivers: site size, vegetation, access and whether permitting is included.
Useful official resources
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EPA: Section 404
The federal wetland permit program.
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Regulatory program and district offices.
Services available in Marfa
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Wetland delineation
Field delineation of wetland boundaries following the Corps of Engineers manual, with flags and a report.
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Wetland permitting support
Jurisdictional determination and permit application (Section 404, state or local) for work near wetlands.
Frequently asked questions in Marfa
How much does a wetland delineation cost in Marfa, TX?
It depends on the size of the site, the vegetation and the report required. Describe your land: consultants who serve Marfa send a proposal.
How long does it take?
Field work often takes a day or two; agency review of a jurisdictional determination can take months.
Can I build if there is a wetland?
Often yes, by avoiding it or obtaining the required permits and mitigation.
Which wetland consultants will contact me?
Up to three independent wetland consultants who serve Marfa and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.