Segovia, Texas

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Segovia is a town in Kimble County, Texas off I-10. Only a few roads go through the town, one being FM 2169. The town was named for Segovia in Spain. It consists of a truck stop, hotel, general store, and a population of less than 25. It has not had a post office since 1964. [1] [2]

Coordinates: 30°25′10″N99°40′13″W / 30.419389°N 99.670342°W / 30.419389; -99.670342

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