Lamb County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Lamb County, Texas

Map of Lamb County, Texas

Lamb County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Littlefield. As per 2020 census, the population of Lamb County is 12898 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,016 sq mi (2,631 km2). Lamb County was established on 1876.

Facts about Lamb County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionSouth Plains / West Texas
County SeatLittlefield
Named AfterGeorge A. Lamb, Texas legislator
Established1876
Organized1891
Coordinates33.9360° N, 102.3830° W
Total Area1,214 sq mi
Land Area1,214 sq mi
Water Area<1 sq mi
Population (2020)13,045
Population RankRural West Texas county
Major CityLittlefield
Main IndustriesAgriculture (cotton, sorghum), Ranching, Oil & Gas
Major AirportLittlefield Municipal Airport
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForSouth Plains agriculture, Cotton production, Ranching, Rural West Texas culture
Websitehttps://www.co.lamb.tx.us

Top Attractions in Lamb County, Texas

  • Lamb County Courthouse (Littlefield) – Historic courthouse anchoring downtown Littlefield.
  • Downtown Littlefield – Shops, cafés, and early 20th-century architecture.
  • Lamb County Museum – Exhibits on pioneer life, ranching, and local heritage.
  • Littlefield City Park – Walking trails, picnic areas, and playgrounds for family recreation.
  • Rural Ranchlands – Scenic West Texas drives through cattle ranches and farmland.
  • Prairie Wildlife Areas – Bird-watching and wildlife observation opportunities.
  • Historic Rail Markers – Landmarks commemorating the county’s railroad history.
  • Windmill Heritage Sites – Iconic windmills scattered across the rural landscape.
  • High Plains Scenic Drives – Expansive farmland and open plains ideal for photography.
  • Local Homesteads and Ranch Buildings – Early settlement structures reflecting county heritage.

Cities and Towns in Lamb County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Littlefield (county seat)City586933.9173°N, 102.3241°W
OltonCity203834.1831°N, 102.1343°W
SudanCity93234.0676°N, 102.5241°W
EarthCity103434.2331°N, 102.4102°W
AmherstCity72134.0101°N, 102.4160°W
SpringlakeTown10834.2270°N, 102.3091°W
SpadeCensus Designated Place (CDP)7333.9165°N, 102.1596°W
FieldtonUnincorporated CommunityN/A34.1037°N, 102.2416°W
SunnysideUnincorporated CommunityN/A34.0610°N, 102.4916°W
PepUnincorporated CommunityN/A33.8168°N, 102.6838°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Lamb County

  • U.S. Highway 84 - major east-west corridor through Littlefield connecting Lubbock and Clovis, New Mexico
  • U.S. Highway 70 - serves Olton, Earth, and western High Plains communities
  • U.S. Highway 385 - north-south route through Springlake and Sudan
  • Texas State Highway Loop 430 - provides local access around Littlefield
  • Farm to Market Road 54 - connects agricultural communities across the county
  • Farm to Market Road 168 - serves farming and ranching areas near Olton
  • Farm to Market Road 1055 - links rural communities with Littlefield and Sudan

What are Neighboring Counties of Lamb County

  • Castro County (north)
  • Parmer County (northwest)
  • Bailey County (west)
  • Cochran County (southwest)
  • Hockley County (south)
  • Lubbock County (southeast)
  • Hale County (east)

Distance from Lamb County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Olton3522
Sudan3019
Earth3723
Amherst1912
Muleshoe (Bailey County)3421
Levelland (Hockley County)4930
Plainview (Hale County)5232
Dimmitt (Castro County)5333
Lubbock (Lubbock County)6440
Clovis, New Mexico10565
Amarillo (Potter County)12980
Roswell, New Mexico253157
Midland (Midland County)211131
Abilene (Taylor County)287178
Dallas (Dallas County)547340

Waterbodies in Lamb County

Running Water Draw, Yellow House Draw, Blackwater Draw, North Fork Double Mountain Fork Brazos River tributaries, Bull Lake, Yellow Lake, Illusion Lake, Soda Lake, playa lakes, farm ponds, irrigation reservoirs, wetlands, groundwater recharge areas, and seasonal drainage channels

Best Golf Courses in Lamb County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Lamb County Country ClubLittlefield33.9114°N, 102.3392°W
Olton Country ClubOlton34.1906°N, 102.1382°W
Plainview Country ClubPlainview34.2058°N, 101.7417°W
Meadowbrook Golf CourseLubbock33.5795°N, 101.8398°W

Colleges and Universities in Lamb County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
South Plains CollegePublicCommunity CollegeOfficial community college district serving Lamb County
Wayland Baptist UniversityPrivateUniversityRegional university in nearby Plainview
Texas Tech UniversityPublicUniversityMajor public research university serving the South Plains
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Lamb CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural and community education programs

References

  1. Official Lamb County Website
  2. U.S. Census Bureau - Lamb County QuickFacts
  3. Texas Almanac - Lamb County
  4. Lamb County History & Geography
  5. South Plains College