Borden County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Borden County - Borden County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. Borden County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Borden County located in the map, major cities in Borden county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Borden County, Texas

Map of Borden County, Texas

Borden County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Gail. As per 2020 census, the population of Borden County is 617 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 899 sq mi (2,328 km2). Borden County was established on 1876.

Facts about Borden County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionWest Texas / Llano Estacado
County SeatGail
Named AfterGail Borden Jr.
Established1876
Organized1891
Coordinates32.7390° N, 101.4334° W
Total Area906 sq mi
Land Area901 sq mi
Water Area5 sq mi
Population (2020)631
Population RankOne of the least populated counties in Texas
Major CommunityGail (unincorporated)
Main IndustriesRanching, Oil & Gas
Major AirportNo major airport; nearest is in Big Spring
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForRemote High Plains landscape, Ranching heritage, Very low population density
Websitehttps://www.bordencountytexas.org

Top Attractions in Borden County, Texas

  • Borden County Courthouse – Historic courthouse anchoring downtown Gail.
  • Mushaway Peak – Prominent mesa offering scenic West Texas views.
  • Gail Mountain – Local landmark popular for photography and sightseeing.
  • Gail Cemetery Historic Section – Resting place with pioneer-era history.
  • Borden County Museum – Small museum preserving ranching and pioneer artifacts.
  • County Ranchlands – Wide-open plains ideal for wildlife viewing and scenic drives.
  • Gail Volunteer Fire Department Memorial – Local tribute honoring community service.
  • Historic School Building (Gail) – Early 20th-century schoolhouse architecture.
  • Salt Fork of the Brazos River Area – Remote natural landscapes for quiet exploration.
  • Local Windmill Sites – Classic rural Texas scenery with vintage windmills.

Cities and Towns in Borden County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Gail (county seat)Census Designated Place (CDP)24932.7707°N, 101.4457°W
PlainsUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.6030°N, 101.3358°W
MesquiteUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.9928°N, 101.6147°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Borden County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • U.S. Highway 180 - east toward Snyder and west toward Lamesa
  • Farm to Market Road 669 - north toward Post and south toward Big Spring area
  • Farm to Market Road 1054 - serves northern Borden County ranching and farming areas
  • Farm to Market Road 1205 - connects rural communities in eastern Borden County
  • Farm to Market Road 1584 - provides access to western portions of the county

What are Neighboring Counties of Borden County

  • Garza County (north)
  • Scurry County (east)
  • Mitchell County (southeast)
  • Howard County (south)
  • Martin County (southwest)
  • Dawson County (west)
  • Lynn County (northwest)

Distance from Borden County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Gail to Snyder (Scurry County), Texas - 34 mi (55 km)
  • Gail to Lamesa (Dawson County), Texas - 39 mi (63 km)
  • Gail to Big Spring (Howard County), Texas - 42 mi (68 km)
  • Gail to Colorado City (Mitchell County), Texas - 53 mi (85 km)
  • Gail to Post (Garza County), Texas - 42 mi (68 km)
  • Gail to Tahoka (Lynn County), Texas - 52 mi (84 km)
  • Gail to Stanton (Martin County), Texas - 44 mi (71 km)
  • Gail to Sweetwater (Nolan County), Texas - 73 mi (117 km)
  • Gail to Midland (Midland County), Texas - 79 mi (127 km)
  • Gail to Odessa (Ector County), Texas - 94 mi (151 km)
  • Gail to Lubbock (Lubbock County), Texas - 88 mi (142 km)
  • Gail to Abilene (Taylor County), Texas - 124 mi (200 km)
  • Gail to San Angelo (Tom Green County), Texas - 123 mi (198 km)
  • Gail to Amarillo (Potter County), Texas - 179 mi (288 km)
  • Gail to Fort Worth (Tarrant County), Texas - 273 mi (439 km)

Waterbodies in Borden County

Colorado River watershed, Double Mountain Fork Brazos River watershed, Willow Valley Creek, Bull Creek, Grape Creek, Mesquite Creek, Mustang Draw, Sulphur Draw, Blackwater Draw tributaries, playa lakes, stock ponds, seasonal wetlands, ranch reservoirs, ephemeral streams, Llano Estacado drainage basins

Best Golf Courses in Borden County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
None - No operating golf courses are located within Borden CountyCountywideN/A

Colleges and Universities in Borden County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Western Texas College (service area)PublicCommunity CollegeDesignated community college district for the county
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Borden CountyPublicHigher Education ProgramsAgricultural and natural resources education

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Borden County QuickFacts
  2. Official Borden County Website
  3. Texas State Historical Association
  4. Western Texas College
  5. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service