McCulloch County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of McCulloch County, Texas

Map of McCulloch County, Texas

McCulloch County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Brady. As per 2020 census, the population of McCulloch County is 7533 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,069 sq mi (2,769 km2). McCulloch County was established on 1856.

Facts about McCulloch County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionCentral Texas (Heart of Texas Region)
County SeatBrady
Named AfterBenjamin McCulloch, Texas Ranger and Confederate general
Established1856
Organized1876
Coordinates31.1958° N, 99.3460° W
Total Area1,073 sq mi
Land Area1,066 sq mi
Water Area7 sq mi
Population (2020)7,984
Population RankSmall, rural county in Central Texas
Major CityBrady
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Ranching, Hunting, Tourism, Manufacturing
Major AirportBrady Municipal Airport (Curtis Field)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForGeographic center of Texas, Heart of Texas Country Music Festival, Brady Creek Reservoir
Websitehttps://www.co.mcculloch.tx.us

Top Attractions in McCulloch County, Texas

  • Heart of Texas Historical Museum – Local history displays in a former jail.
  • Brady Downtown Square – Shops, dining, and historic buildings.
  • Richards Park – Shaded park with trails and recreation.
  • Brady Lake – Fishing, boating, and camping area.
  • McCulloch County Courthouse – Historic 1899 courthouse landmark.
  • Dossman Cemetery & Site – Local historical burial grounds.
  • Heart of Texas Country Music Museum – Memorabilia from classic country artists.
  • G. Rollie White Complex – Rodeo, fairs, and community events.
  • Philpott Ranch Area – Scenic ranchland drives.
  • South Brady Creek Areas – Quiet nature and wildlife spots.

Cities and Towns in McCulloch County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Brady (county seat)City511831.1352°N, 99.3351°W
MelvinTown17931.2213°N, 99.5767°W
RochelleCensus Designated Place (CDP)19331.2802°N, 99.1695°W
LohnUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.3499°N, 99.3984°W
MercuryUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.2452°N, 99.1514°W
VocaUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.0168°N, 99.1801°W
FifeUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.2615°N, 99.5956°W
Pear ValleyUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.1237°N, 99.4873°W
DooleUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.4218°N, 99.4859°W
PlacidUnincorporated CommunityN/A31.2211°N, 99.0704°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in McCulloch County

  • U.S. Highway 87 - major north-south route through Brady connecting San Angelo and Fredericksburg
  • U.S. Highway 190 - east-west corridor crossing the county through Brady
  • U.S. Highway 283 - north-south highway serving eastern portions of the county
  • U.S. Highway 377 - major regional route connecting Brady with Mason and Brownwood
  • Texas State Highway 71 - serves southern areas of the county
  • Farm to Market Road 2028 - provides access to ranching communities and agricultural areas
  • Farm to Market Road 1311 - connects rural communities throughout the county

What are Neighboring Counties of McCulloch County

  • Coleman County (north)
  • Brown County (northeast)
  • San Saba County (east)
  • Mason County (south)
  • Menard County (southwest)
  • Concho County (west)

Distance from McCulloch County to Nearby Cities

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Melvin2314
Rochelle2516
Mason (Mason County)7144
San Saba (San Saba County)7647
Menard (Menard County)8452
Brownwood (Brown County)8855
Eden (Concho County)7345
Coleman (Coleman County)9257
Junction (Kimble County)11370
Llano (Llano County)13282
San Angelo (Tom Green County)14288
Kerrville (Kerr County)161100
Austin (Travis County)206128
Abilene (Taylor County)183114
Dallas (Dallas County)338210

Waterbodies in McCulloch County

Brady Creek Reservoir, San Saba River, Colorado River, Brady Creek, Deep Creek, Onion Creek, Camp Creek, Cow Creek, Live Oak Creek, Lohn Creek, ranch reservoirs, stock tanks, wetlands, groundwater recharge areas, and seasonal streams

Best Golf Courses in McCulloch County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Brady Golf and Country ClubBrady31.1436°N, 99.3339°W
Mason County Golf ClubMason30.7558°N, 99.2267°W
Brownwood Country ClubBrownwood31.7195°N, 98.9791°W
Riverside Golf CourseSan Angelo31.4376°N, 100.4705°W

Colleges and Universities in McCulloch County, Texas

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Howard CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCommunity college services available to county residents
Angelo State UniversityPublicUniversityRegional public university serving Central and West Texas
Texas Tech University at Highland LakesPublicUniversityRegional outreach and continuing education programs
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - McCulloch CountyPublicUniversityAgricultural, ranching, and community education programs

References

  1. Official McCulloch County Website
  2. U.S. Census Bureau - McCulloch County QuickFacts
  3. Texas State Historical Association - McCulloch County
  4. Texas Almanac - McCulloch County
  5. City of Brady