About Town Creek
A Great Place to Call Home
Town Creek is a welcoming neighborhood in the heart of Lake Highlands, within the City of Dallas. Our community of 592 homes combines the friendliness of a close-knit neighborhood with the convenience of city living. Served by Dallas City Council District 10 and the Richardson Independent School District, Town Creek has been home to generations of families, young professionals, and retirees who value an active, connected community.
One of Town Creek's defining features is the beautiful natural setting that surrounds it. A 1⅓-mile paved trail follows a tributary of White Rock Creek through the neighborhood, offering residents a peaceful escape beneath a canopy of mature trees. Trail access is available from Whitehurst Drive, Middle Downs, Arbor Park Drive, and Branch Hollow Drive.
Conveniently located between Royal Lane and Walnut Hill Lane, and bordered by Abrams Road and Arbor Park Drive, Town Creek offers easy access to White Rock Lake, the Lake Highlands Town Center, Richardson ISD schools, and major Dallas thoroughfares while maintaining the charm of a quiet residential neighborhood.
At a Glance
- Location: Lake Highlands, Dallas, Texas
- Homes: 592
- Schools: Richardson Independent School District
- Council District: District 10
- Trail: 1⅓-mile paved White Rock Creek tributary trail
- Celebrating: 50 Years (1976–2026)
Our History
The land that is now Town Creek was originally part of a large land grant acquired in the mid-1800s by pioneer settler James M. Houx. Over the following decades, the property passed through several owners and remained largely agricultural, including what became known as Moss Farm.
As Dallas expanded northward during the twentieth century, the surrounding area gradually transitioned from farmland to residential neighborhoods. The Forest Meadow and Town Creek communities began taking shape in the early 1970s, and Town Creek was officially established in 1976.
The neighborhood grew alongside other Lake Highlands communities while preserving the natural beauty of White Rock Creek and the mature trees that continue to define the area today. What was once open farmland has become one of Lake Highlands' most established neighborhoods, known for its strong sense of community, active Neighborhood Association, and beautiful natural surroundings.
Learn More
Interested in learning more about Town Creek's history? Local historian Ted Campbell produced an excellent two-part video documenting the history of Town Creek, Forest Meadow, and the surrounding area.
