The dam, built on the Brazos River to control the flow downstream, formed Lake Granbury.

It has a recently renovated clubhouse, 27 holes of golf, marina, swimming pool, tennis, fitness center and other amenities.

DeCordova was named after Jacob Raphael De Cordova, the land agent and colonizer.

The median household income in the city is approximately $85,000, with a majority of residents working in professional, technical, or managerial occupations.

The racial composition is predominantly White, with a small percentage of Hispanic and African American residents.