Dawson County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Dawson County, Texas

Map of Dawson County, Texas

Dawson County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Lamesa. As per 2020 census, the population of Dawson County is 12413 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 902 sq mi (2,336 km2). Dawson County was established on 1876.

Facts about Dawson County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionWest Texas / Llano Estacado
County SeatLamesa
Named AfterNicholas Mosby Dawson
Established1876
Organized1905
Coordinates32.7370° N, 101.9500° W
Total Area902 sq mi
Land Area900 sq mi
Water Area2 sq mi
Population (2020)12,728
Population RankSmall West Texas agricultural county
Major CityLamesa
Main IndustriesAgriculture (cotton, peanuts), Oil & Gas, Food Processing
Major AirportLamesa Municipal Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForLamesa’s Chicken Fried Steak Festival, Cotton farming, Llano Estacado plains
Websitehttps://www.co.dawson.tx.us

Top Attractions in Dawson County, Texas

  • Lamesa Downtown Historic District – Shops, murals, and classic small-town architecture.
  • Dawson County Courthouse – Historic courthouse anchoring central Lamesa.
  • Lamesa Memorial Golf Course – Local course offering relaxed recreational play.
  • North 14th Street Park – Community park with open space and playgrounds.
  • Bicentennial Park – Shaded green areas, picnic tables, and walking paths.
  • Dal Paso Museum – Local history exhibits featuring farming and ranching heritage.
  • Lamesa Rodeo Arena – Venue for rodeos, fairs, and community events.
  • Prairie Dog Town Fork Area – Rural spaces offering wildlife viewing opportunities.
  • Welch Community Sites – Small-town landmarks and agricultural scenery.
  • High Plains Scenic Drives – Wide-open West Texas landscapes perfect for photography.

Cities and Towns in Dawson County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Lamesa (county seat)City867432.7376°N, 101.9509°W
Ackerly (partly in Martin County)City24532.5268°N, 101.7149°W
WelchUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.9248°N, 102.1158°W
PatriciaUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.8643°N, 101.8652°W
KeyUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.5968°N, 102.0241°W
HancockUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.7342°N, 102.2075°W
O'Donnell JunctionUnincorporated CommunityN/A32.9634°N, 101.8327°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Dawson County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • U.S. Highway 87 - north toward Lubbock and south toward Big Spring
  • U.S. Highway 180 - east toward Snyder and west toward Seminole
  • Texas State Highway 137 - north toward Stanton and south toward Brownfield
  • Farm to Market Road 827 - serves western agricultural communities
  • Farm to Market Road 1780 - connects Lamesa with northern farming areas
  • Farm to Market Road 26 - serves eastern Dawson County and neighboring counties
  • Farm to Market Road 2053 - links rural ranching and energy-production areas

What are Neighboring Counties of Dawson County

  • Lynn County (north)
  • Borden County (east)
  • Martin County (southeast)
  • Gaines County (south)
  • Terry County (west)
  • Yoakum County (southwest)

Distance from Dawson County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Lamesa to Ackerly (Dawson County), Texas - 19 mi (31 km)
  • Lamesa to Brownfield (Terry County), Texas - 38 mi (61 km)
  • Lamesa to Seminole (Gaines County), Texas - 47 mi (76 km)
  • Lamesa to Stanton (Martin County), Texas - 37 mi (60 km)
  • Lamesa to Tahoka (Lynn County), Texas - 33 mi (53 km)
  • Lamesa to Snyder (Scurry County), Texas - 45 mi (72 km)
  • Lamesa to Big Spring (Howard County), Texas - 44 mi (71 km)
  • Lamesa to Denver City (Yoakum County), Texas - 59 mi (95 km)
  • Lamesa to Post (Garza County), Texas - 55 mi (89 km)
  • Lamesa to Midland (Midland County), Texas - 60 mi (97 km)
  • Lamesa to Odessa (Ector County), Texas - 77 mi (124 km)
  • Lamesa to Lubbock (Lubbock County), Texas - 62 mi (100 km)
  • Lamesa to Levelland (Hockley County), Texas - 73 mi (117 km)
  • Lamesa to Andrews (Andrews County), Texas - 88 mi (142 km)
  • Lamesa to Abilene (Taylor County), Texas - 145 mi (233 km)

Waterbodies in Dawson County

Yellow House Draw tributaries, Sulphur Draw, Duck Creek, Mustang Draw, Double Mountain Fork Brazos River watershed tributaries, Playa Lakes Region wetlands, Cedar Lake basin, temporary playa lakes, stock ponds, irrigation reservoirs, prairie wetlands, springs, drainage channels, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in Dawson County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Lamesa Municipal Golf CourseLamesa32.7449°N, 101.9586°W

Colleges and Universities in Dawson County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Howard CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCommunity college district serving Dawson County
Texas Tech UniversityPublicUniversityMajor research university in nearby Lubbock
South Plains CollegePublicCommunity CollegeRegional workforce and academic programs
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Dawson CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

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