How to apply for Middle Rio Grande Rural Transit — Demand-Response Service (Dimmit County) in Texas

Middle Rio Grande Transit (MRGT) — operated by the Middle Rio Grande Development Council (MRGDC); demand-response rural transit serving 9 counties in the Middle Rio Grande border region

Who it's for

Middle Rio Grande Transit is the demand-response rural public transit serving Dimmit County, operated by MRGDC. The region includes the Texas-Mexico border cities of Eagle Pass (Maverick), Del Rio (Val Verde), and Crystal City (Zavala). Demand-response service requires advance reservation. Senior fares are typically reduced. Apply for transit through MRGDC at 830-876-3533.

Dimmit County rural demand-response via MRGDC. Border-region transit.

People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.

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What you'll need

  • For rural transit rides: advance reservation
  • Proof of Dimmit County residency
  • For senior fare: proof of age 60+

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 830-876-3533

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Middle Rio Grande Rural Transit — Demand-Response Service (Dimmit County). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need for rural transit rides: advance reservation, proof of Dimmit County residency, for senior fare: proof of age 60+ — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

ongoing

Official source →Last verified · October 10, 2026

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.