As the county seat of Denton County and one of the top five fastest-growing counties in the state of Texas, the city of Denton has taken responsibility to ensure that water, transportation and electrical services will meet the demands of the future. Denton assisted in the construction of 29,350-acre Lake Ray Roberts which is eight miles north. Denton has developed a county-wide transportation plan and is a partner in the Texas Municipal Power Agency.
Housing is available in a wide range of styles and prices, in both old and new subdivisions.
Denton is the home of two major universities, the University of North Texas and Texas Woman's University, and has a fully accredited public school system. The Emily Fowler Public Library is an important media resource, with a collection of more than 144,000 items. Denton also has a strong commitment to the theatre and arts community. Two major railroads serve Denton along with a municipal airport. Denton is also at the center of two major transportation routes, Interstates 35E and 35W, which span the Metroplex.