Rockwall County Map, Texas, USA

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

Map of Rockwall County, Texas

Map of Rockwall County, Texas

Rockwall County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Rockwall. As per 2020 census, the population of Rockwall County is 116381 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 149 sq mi (386 km2). Rockwall County was established on 1873.

Facts about Rockwall County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionNorth Texas / Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex
County SeatRockwall
Named AfterNatural underground rock formations resembling stone walls
Established1873
Organized1874
Coordinates32.9310° N, 96.4600° W
Total Area149 sq mi
Land Area127 sq mi
Water Area22 sq mi
Population (2020)107,819
Population RankSmallest county by area in Texas, rapidly growing
Major CityRockwall
Main IndustriesRetail, Healthcare, Education, Manufacturing, Technology
Major AirportRockwall Municipal Airport (local)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForLake Ray Hubbard, Rockwall Harbor, Suburban growth
Websitehttps://www.rockwallcountytexas.com

Top Attractions in Rockwall County, Texas

  • The Harbor Rockwall – Waterfront dining, shops, and lake views.
  • Lake Ray Hubbard – Boating, fishing, and scenic sunsets.
  • Rockwall Downtown Square – Boutiques, cafés, and historic charm.
  • Rockwall County Courthouse – Modern courthouse and local landmark.
  • Harry Myers Park – Trails, playgrounds, and family recreation.
  • Rockwall Golf & Athletic Club – Golfing with lakeside scenery.
  • San Martino Winery & Vineyards – Wine tasting and countryside views.
  • Rockwall Community Playhouse – Local theater performances.
  • Blase Family Farm – Seasonal berries, pumpkins, and activities.
  • Chandlers Landing Marina – Boating and waterfront relaxation.

Cities and Towns in Rockwall County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Rockwall (county seat)City4750732.9312°N, 96.4597°W
FateCity1795832.9418°N, 96.3814°W
Royse City (partly in Hunt County and Collin County)City1360832.9754°N, 96.3325°W
HeathCity976932.8365°N, 96.4744°W
McLendon-ChisholmCity284632.8447°N, 96.3925°W
Mobile CityCity18832.9375°N, 96.4239°W
Rowlett (partly in Dallas County)City6253532.9029°N, 96.5639°W
Wylie (mostly in Collin County)City5742633.0151°N, 96.5389°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Rockwall County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • Interstate 30 - primary east-west route connecting Rockwall County with Dallas, Garland, Greenville, and East Texas
  • U.S. Highway 67 - concurrent with Interstate 30 through portions of the county
  • State Highway 66 - connects Rockwall, Rowlett, Royse City, and Hunt County
  • State Highway 205 - north-south route linking Rockwall with Collin County and Kaufman County
  • State Highway 276 - connects Rockwall with Royse City, Quinlan, and Lake Tawakoni communities
  • Farm to Market Road 549 - connects Heath and southern portions of the county
  • Farm to Market Road 740 - major route serving Heath, Forney, and surrounding communities

What are Neighboring Counties of Rockwall County

  • Collin County (north)
  • Hunt County (east)
  • Kaufman County (south)
  • Dallas County (west)

Distance from Rockwall County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Rockwall to Rowlett (Dallas County), Texas - 8 mi (13 km)
  • Rockwall to Heath (Rockwall County), Texas - 6 mi (10 km)
  • Rockwall to Fate (Rockwall County), Texas - 5 mi (8 km)
  • Rockwall to Royse City (Rockwall County), Texas - 10 mi (16 km)
  • Rockwall to Wylie (Collin County), Texas - 14 mi (23 km)
  • Rockwall to Garland (Dallas County), Texas - 17 mi (27 km)
  • Rockwall to Mesquite (Dallas County), Texas - 18 mi (29 km)
  • Rockwall to Forney (Kaufman County), Texas - 15 mi (24 km)
  • Rockwall to Greenville (Hunt County), Texas - 28 mi (45 km)
  • Rockwall to McKinney (Collin County), Texas - 27 mi (43 km)
  • Rockwall to Dallas (Dallas County), Texas - 24 mi (39 km)
  • Rockwall to Richardson (Dallas County), Texas - 27 mi (43 km)
  • Rockwall to Plano (Collin County), Texas - 26 mi (42 km)
  • Rockwall to Terrell (Kaufman County), Texas - 25 mi (40 km)
  • Rockwall to Denton (Denton County), Texas - 53 mi (85 km)

Waterbodies in Rockwall County

Lake Ray Hubbard, East Fork Trinity River, Rowlett Creek, Squabble Creek, Buffalo Creek, Muddy Creek, Mesquite Creek, Pilot Branch, Rush Creek, Cottonwood Creek, Kaufman Creek, Trinity River Watershed, Lake Ray Hubbard Reservoir, Heath Peninsula Shoreline

Best Golf Courses in Rockwall County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Rockwall Golf & Athletic ClubRockwall32.9018°N, 96.4385°W
Buffalo Creek Golf ClubRockwall32.9512°N, 96.4186°W
Lakeside Village Golf CourseRockwall32.8625°N, 96.4784°W

Colleges and Universities in Rockwall County, Texas

Rockwall County is served by higher education institutions located within the county and throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. Collin College operates the Higher Education Center at Rockwall, and several universities offer programs to county residents. The county is within the Collin College service area.

Institution NameType (Public/Private)LevelNotable For
Collin College - Higher Education Center at RockwallPublicCommunity CollegePrimary higher education center in the county
East Texas A&M University at RockwallPublicUniversityUniversity programs offered in Rockwall
Dallas CollegePublicCommunity CollegeLarge community college system serving the metro area
University of Texas at DallasPublicUniversityMajor research university nearby
Texas A&M University-CommercePublicUniversityRegional public university serving North Texas

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau - 2020 Census Data for Rockwall County and Communities
  2. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts - Rockwall County
  3. Official Rockwall County Website
  4. Texas Department of Transportation
  5. USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS)