Looking for a sinkhole investigation in Gatesville, TX? Describe your project once and up to five geotechnical engineers who work in Gatesville and Coryell County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Gatesville is home to about 16,388 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+1.6% since 2020). With 1,538 people per sq mi, it is a suburban area. Karst geology makes sinkhole activity a real concern for some properties here.
Gatesville at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 16,388 (+1.6% since 2020)
- Rank in Texas
- 183rd of 1,224 cities and towns
- Land area
- 11 sq mi
- Population density
- 1,538 people per sq mi (suburban)
- Type
- City (Gatesville city)
- Main county
- Coryell County
What to check before hiring in Gatesville
- License: in Texas, investigations are signed by a licensed engineer or geologist.
- Insurance: read your policy's sinkhole and ground collapse wording before you file.
- Report: ask for radar results, boring logs and clear conclusions.
- Price drivers: site size, number of borings and testing.
Useful official resources
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USGS: sinkholes
Official information and guidance.
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Florida Office of Insurance Regulation
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Gatesville
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Sinkhole investigation
Geotechnical investigation with ground penetrating radar and borings, and an engineer's report.
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Sinkhole repair design
Engineering design and oversight of grouting or underpinning repairs.
Frequently asked questions in Gatesville
How much does a sinkhole investigation cost in Gatesville, TX?
It depends on the site and the testing. Describe your property: engineers who serve Gatesville reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
Often a few weeks including field work and report.
Can a sinkhole be repaired?
Often yes, by grouting or underpinning designed by an engineer.
Which geotechnical engineers will contact me?
Up to five independent geotechnical engineers who serve Gatesville 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.