Cochran County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Cochran County, Texas

Map of Cochran County, Texas

Cochran County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Morton. As per 2020 census, the population of Cochran County is 2516 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 775 sq mi (2,007 km2). Cochran County was established on 1876.

Facts about Cochran County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionWest Texas / Llano Estacado
County SeatMorton
Named AfterRobert E. Cochran, defender of the Alamo
Established1876
Organized1924
Coordinates33.6070° N, 102.8300° W
Total Area775 sq mi
Land Area775 sq mi
Water Area<1 sq mi
Population (2020)2,547
Population RankOne of the least populated counties in Texas
Major CommunityMorton
Main IndustriesAgriculture (cotton, sorghum), Ranching, Wind Energy
Major AirportNearest major airport: Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForLlano Estacado mesas, Ranching heritage, Wide-open plains
Websitehttps://www.co.cochran.tx.us

Top Attractions in Cochran County, Texas

  • Cochran County Courthouse (Morton) – Historic courthouse at the center of town.
  • Cochran County Museum – Local artifacts showcasing pioneer and ranching history.
  • Morton Memorial Park – Community park with walking areas and recreation facilities.
  • Laguna Plata (Historic Site) – Former lake area tied to early settlement and ranching life.
  • Texas–New Mexico State Line Marker – Roadside landmark marking the western county boundary.
  • Whiteface City Park – Small-town park with open space and playgrounds.
  • Local Ranchlands – Wide-open prairie scenery ideal for photography and wildlife viewing.
  • Bledsoe Area Historic Sites – Rural community with early settlement remnants.
  • Morton Downtown District – Quiet shops, murals, and small-town Texas charm.
  • Wildlife Viewing Areas – High Plains landscapes offering birding and nature observation.

Cities and Towns in Cochran County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Morton (county seat)City174733.7251°N, 102.7591°W
WhitefaceCity44933.6065°N, 102.6144°W
BledsoeCensus Designated Place (CDP)5633.6206°N, 103.0238°W
FamulinerUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.8352°N, 102.8447°W
GriffithUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.8514°N, 102.9758°W
LehmanUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.8051°N, 102.4389°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Cochran County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • Texas State Highway 114 - east toward Levelland and west toward New Mexico
  • Texas State Highway 214 - north toward Muleshoe and south toward Denver City
  • Texas State Highway 125 - connects Morton with Whiteface and Yoakum County
  • Farm to Market Road 769 - serves agricultural areas east of Morton
  • Farm to Market Road 1780 - links rural communities across western Cochran County
  • Farm to Market Road 303 - connects Morton with farming and ranching areas

What are Neighboring Counties of Cochran County

  • Bailey County (north)
  • Lamb County (northeast)
  • Hockley County (east)
  • Terry County (southeast)
  • Yoakum County (south)
  • Lea County, New Mexico (southwest)
  • Roosevelt County, New Mexico (northwest)

Distance from Cochran County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Morton to Whiteface (Cochran County), Texas - 14 mi (23 km)
  • Morton to Bledsoe (Cochran County), Texas - 18 mi (29 km)
  • Morton to Levelland (Hockley County), Texas - 32 mi (51 km)
  • Morton to Muleshoe (Bailey County), Texas - 34 mi (55 km)
  • Morton to Littlefield (Lamb County), Texas - 31 mi (50 km)
  • Morton to Brownfield (Terry County), Texas - 42 mi (68 km)
  • Morton to Denver City (Yoakum County), Texas - 43 mi (69 km)
  • Morton to Plainview (Hale County), Texas - 63 mi (101 km)
  • Morton to Clovis, New Mexico - 47 mi (76 km)
  • Morton to Portales, New Mexico - 58 mi (93 km)
  • Morton to Lubbock (Lubbock County), Texas - 71 mi (114 km)
  • Morton to Hobbs, New Mexico - 73 mi (117 km)
  • Morton to Hereford (Deaf Smith County), Texas - 86 mi (138 km)
  • Morton to Amarillo (Potter County), Texas - 124 mi (200 km)
  • Morton to Roswell, New Mexico - 146 mi (235 km)

Waterbodies in Cochran County

Blackwater Draw, Running Water Draw tributaries, Yellow House Draw tributaries, Ogallala Aquifer recharge areas, playa lakes, seasonal wetlands, stock ponds, irrigation reservoirs, farm retention ponds, springs, intermittent streams, High Plains drainage basins, ranch lakes, and agricultural water impoundments

Best Golf Courses in Cochran County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Morton Golf CourseMorton33.7326°N, 102.7489°W

Colleges and Universities in Cochran County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
South Plains CollegePublicCommunity CollegeDesignated community college serving Cochran County
Texas Tech University Extension ProgramsPublicUniversityAgricultural and continuing education outreach
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Cochran CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Cochran County QuickFacts
  2. Official Cochran County Website
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Cochran County
  4. South Plains College
  5. Texas Almanac - Cochran County