Harwood, Texas

It is situated along U.S. Highway 90 in northern Gonzales County, approximately one mile north of Interstate 10.

[2] The community was founded in 1874 during the westward expansion of the Galveston, Harrisburg and San Antonio Railway.

[2] At the time of its founding, a community known as Mule Creek was located one mile west of Harwood.

By 1990, Harwood had one large farm and ranch supply store, several businesses, and a community center with a collection of local memorabilia.

[3] Public education in the community of Harwood is provided by the Gonzales Independent School District.