Glasscock County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Glasscock County, Texas

Map of Glasscock County, Texas

Glasscock County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Garden City. As per 2020 census, the population of Glasscock County is 1149 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 901 sq mi (2,334 km2). Glasscock County was established on 1887.

Facts about Glasscock County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionWest Texas / Permian Basin
County SeatGarden City
Named AfterGeorge Washington Glasscock, early Texas settler and legislator
Established1887
Organized1893
Coordinates31.9020° N, 101.9080° W
Total Area901 sq mi
Land Area901 sq mi
Water Area<1 sq mi
Population (2020)1,164
Population RankOne of the least populated counties in Texas
Major CommunityGarden City
Main IndustriesOil & Gas, Ranching, Agriculture
Major AirportNearest major airport: Midland International Air & Space Port
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForPermian Basin oil production, Sparse West Texas landscape, Ranching heritage
Websitehttps://www.co.glasscock.tx.us

Top Attractions in Glasscock County, Texas

  • Garden City Downtown District – Small-town shops, murals, and historic charm.
  • Glasscock County Courthouse – Historic courthouse anchoring the town square.
  • Garden City City Park – Family-friendly park with picnic areas and open green space.
  • Local Ranchlands – Scenic West Texas drives showcasing oil fields and open plains.
  • Wildlife Viewing Areas – Birding and small-game observation spots.
  • Historic Windmill Sites – Iconic rural Texas features scattered across the county.
  • Oil Heritage Markers – Sites commemorating the county’s petroleum history.
  • Community Recreation Fields – Sports facilities and playground areas in Garden City.
  • Rolling Plains Scenic Drives – Quiet country roads perfect for photography and sunsets.
  • Nearby Scenic High Plains Areas – Open vistas and horizon views typical of West Texas.

Cities and Towns in Glasscock County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Garden City (county seat)Census Designated Place (CDP)33431.8354°N, 101.4793°W
St. LawrenceUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.7306°N, 101.5281°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Glasscock County

  • U.S. Highway 87 - north toward Big Spring and south toward Sterling City
  • Texas State Highway 137 - connects Garden City with Stanton and Big Lake
  • Texas State Highway 158 - east-west route linking Midland and Sterling County
  • Ranch to Market Road 33 - serves ranching and oil-producing areas across the county

What are Neighboring Counties of Glasscock County

  • Howard County (north)
  • Martin County (northwest)
  • Midland County (west)
  • Upton County (southwest)
  • Reagan County (south)
  • Sterling County (east)

Distance from Glasscock County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
St. Lawrence1811
Big Spring (Howard County)4327
Stanton (Martin County)4830
Midland (Midland County)7446
Big Lake (Reagan County)8251
Sterling City (Sterling County)8955
Odessa (Ector County)9559
Colorado City (Mitchell County)11370
San Angelo (Tom Green County)13785
Lamesa (Dawson County)12075
Abilene (Taylor County)198123
Lubbock (Lubbock County)210131
Fort Worth (Tarrant County)505314
Austin (Travis County)494307
Dallas (Dallas County)536333

Waterbodies in Glasscock County

Beals Creek, Mustang Draw, Moss Creek, Bull Creek tributaries, Spraberry oil field water impoundments, stock ponds, ranch reservoirs, playa lakes, wetlands, groundwater recharge areas, seasonal streams, and drainage channels

Best Golf Courses in Glasscock County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Big Spring Country ClubBig Spring32.2552°N, 101.5036°W
Nueva Vista Golf ClubMidland31.9576°N, 102.1174°W
Ratliff Ranch Golf LinksOdessa31.8889°N, 102.3438°W

Colleges and Universities in Glasscock County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Howard CollegePublicCommunity CollegeOfficial community college district serving all of Glasscock County
Midland CollegePublicCommunity CollegeRegional higher education institution in nearby Midland
The University of Texas Permian BasinPublicUniversityRegional public university serving West Texas
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Glasscock CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - Glasscock County QuickFacts
  2. Official Glasscock County Website
  3. Texas State Historical Association - Glasscock County
  4. Glasscock County Geography, Communities, and Highways
  5. Howard College