Dimmit County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Dimmit County, Texas

Map of Dimmit County, Texas

Dimmit County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Carrizo Springs. As per 2020 census, the population of Dimmit County is 8473 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,331 sq mi (3,447 km2). Dimmit County was established on 1858.

Facts about Dimmit County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSouth Texas / Winter Garden Region
County SeatCarrizo Springs
Named AfterPhilip Dimmitt (name later misspelled as Dimmit)
Established1858
Organized1880
Coordinates28.4170° N, 99.8240° W
Total Area1,335 sq mi
Land Area1,329 sq mi
Water Area6 sq mi
Population (2020)8,615
Population RankSparsely populated South Texas county
Major CitiesCarrizo Springs, Asherton, Big Wells
Main IndustriesOil & Gas (Eagle Ford Shale), Agriculture, Hunting, Ranching
Major AirportCarrizo Springs Municipal Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForEagle Ford Shale boom, Hunting leases, South Texas brush country
Websitehttps://www.dimmitcounty.org

Top Attractions in Dimmit County, Texas

  • Dimmit County Courthouse (Carrizo Springs) – Historic courthouse with classic Texas architecture.
  • Brundage Park – Community park offering green space and recreation.
  • La Pryor City Park – Small-town park with playgrounds and picnic spots.
  • Padre Island Creek Areas – Natural spots for bird-watching and outdoor exploration.
  • Downtown Carrizo Springs – Shops, cafés, and historic buildings.
  • Carrizo Springs Golf Course – Local course for relaxed play.
  • Espantosa Lake (Nearby Access) – Wildlife habitat great for nature viewing.
  • Big Wells Community Park – Local park with open green areas.
  • Ranchlands of Dimmit County – Scenic drives through brush country.
  • Historic Springs Sites – Locations tied to early settlement and natural springs history.

Cities and Towns in Dimmit County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Carrizo Springs (county seat)City486828.5219°N, 99.8606°W
AshertonCity108428.4419°N, 99.7603°W
Big WellsCity69728.4700°N, 99.5709°W
BrundageUnincorporated CommunityN/A28.5684°N, 99.6567°W
CatarinaCensus Designated Place (CDP)16228.3358°N, 99.6156°W
Valley WellsUnincorporated CommunityN/A28.6573°N, 99.9988°W
Winter HavenCensus Designated Place (CDP)7428.4898°N, 99.7264°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Dimmit County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • U.S. Highway 83 - north toward Crystal City and south toward Laredo
  • U.S. Highway 277 - northeast toward Eagle Pass and southeast toward Carrizo Springs
  • Texas State Highway 85 - east-west route connecting Carrizo Springs with Big Wells and Dilley
  • Farm to Market Road 1407 - serves ranching and agricultural areas west of Carrizo Springs
  • Farm to Market Road 186 - connects rural communities in southern Dimmit County
  • Farm to Market Road 468 - links Big Wells with neighboring counties

What are Neighboring Counties of Dimmit County

  • Zavala County (north)
  • La Salle County (east)
  • Webb County (south)
  • Maverick County (west)

Distance from Dimmit County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Carrizo Springs to Asherton (Dimmit County), Texas - 8 mi (13 km)
  • Carrizo Springs to Big Wells (Dimmit County), Texas - 18 mi (29 km)
  • Carrizo Springs to Catarina (Dimmit County), Texas - 15 mi (24 km)
  • Carrizo Springs to Crystal City (Zavala County), Texas - 20 mi (32 km)
  • Carrizo Springs to Dilley (Frio County), Texas - 42 mi (68 km)
  • Carrizo Springs to Cotulla (La Salle County), Texas - 58 mi (93 km)
  • Carrizo Springs to Eagle Pass (Maverick County), Texas - 52 mi (84 km)
  • Carrizo Springs to Laredo (Webb County), Texas - 86 mi (138 km)
  • Carrizo Springs to Pearsall (Frio County), Texas - 74 mi (119 km)
  • Carrizo Springs to Uvalde (Uvalde County), Texas - 70 mi (113 km)
  • Carrizo Springs to Del Rio (Val Verde County), Texas - 92 mi (148 km)
  • Carrizo Springs to San Antonio (Bexar County), Texas - 115 mi (185 km)
  • Carrizo Springs to Kerrville (Kerr County), Texas - 128 mi (206 km)
  • Carrizo Springs to Corpus Christi (Nueces County), Texas - 172 mi (277 km)
  • Carrizo Springs to Austin (Travis County), Texas - 190 mi (306 km)

Waterbodies in Dimmit County

Nueces River tributaries, Carrizo Creek, Turkey Creek, Pena Creek, Elm Creek, San Roque Creek, Asherton Reservoir, Brundage Lake, Chaparrosa Ranch lakes, stock ponds, wetlands, springs, irrigation reservoirs, seasonal streams, and South Texas brush-country waterways

Best Golf Courses in Dimmit County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Carrizo Springs Golf CourseCarrizo Springs28.5167°N, 99.8735°W

Colleges and Universities in Dimmit County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Southwest Texas Junior CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCommunity college district serving Dimmit County
Sul Ross State University - Eagle Pass ProgramsPublicUniversityRegional higher education opportunities
Texas A&M International UniversityPublicUniversityPublic university serving South Texas
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Dimmit CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

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