Matagorda County · Texas
Tree removal in Bay City, TX
Bay City, in Matagorda County: 7 storm reports that mention trees across the county, 2016–2025. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- with trees across Matagorda County
- 7
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Matagorda County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 16 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 7 |
| Tornado reports | 3 |
Full record for Matagorda County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Matagorda County
| Hurricanes | Relatively high |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively low |
| Strong wind | Relatively low |
| Tornadoes | Relatively low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 7 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the station | 1 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Bay City
| Households | 7,150 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 6 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 5 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1977 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | AEP Texas Central Company |
|---|---|
| CenterPoint Energy | |
| Texas-New Mexico Power Co |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
All 5 utilities in Matagorda County
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Bay City
Rules in Texas
Texas: no statewide tree-work license turned up in our research, so proof of liability insurance and workers’ compensation is the thing to ask for.
Claim complaints: Texas Department of Insurance.