Wheeler County Map, Texas, USA

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Map of Wheeler County, Texas

Map of Wheeler County, Texas

About Wheeler County Map, Texas: The map showing the county boundary, county seat, major cities, highways, water bodies and neighbouring counties.

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Map of Wheeler County, Texas

Wheeler County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Wheeler. As per 2020 census, the population of Wheeler County is 4927 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 914 sq mi (2,367 km2). Wheeler County was established on 1876.

Facts about Wheeler County, Texas

CountryUnited States
StateTexas
RegionTexas Panhandle
County SeatWheeler
Named AfterRoyal Tyler Wheeler, Texas Supreme Court Chief Justice
Established1876
Organized1901
Coordinates35.4010° N, 100.2700° W
Total Area915 sq mi
Land Area915 sq mi
Water Area<1 sq mi
Population (2020)4,990
Population RankSmall rural county in the Texas Panhandle
Major CityWheeler
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Ranching, Oil & Gas, Wind Energy
Major AirportWheeler Municipal Airport (local)
Time ZoneCentral Time (UTC−06:00)
Known ForPanhandle ranchlands, Historic Route 66 corridor, Rural community heritage
Websitehttps://www.co.wheeler.tx.us

Top Attractions in Wheeler County, Texas

  • Wheeler Downtown Square – Shops and small-town charm.
  • Wheeler County Courthouse – Historic courthouse landmark.
  • Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum (nearby access) – Regional history exhibits.
  • Sweetwater Creek (nearby areas) – Fishing and nature spots.
  • Route 66 Historic Sites – Classic Americana attractions.
  • Shamrock Route 66 District (nearby) – Iconic roadside architecture.
  • Local Ranchlands – Wide-open Panhandle scenery.
  • Community Rodeo Grounds – Local rodeos and events.
  • Prairie Dog Town Areas – Wildlife viewing spots.
  • Quiet Backroad Drives – Peaceful rural landscapes.

Cities and Towns in Wheeler County, Texas

PlaceTypePopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Wheeler (county seat)City148735.4467°N, 100.2701°W
ShamrockCity178935.2148°N, 100.2490°W
MobeetieCity10135.5337°N, 100.4410°W
AllisonCensus Designated Place (CDP)12535.6058°N, 100.1035°W
BriscoeUnincorporated CommunityN/A35.5567°N, 100.3827°W
KeltonUnincorporated CommunityN/A35.4695°N, 100.1466°W
TwittyUnincorporated CommunityN/A35.3545°N, 100.2384°W
BenonineUnincorporated CommunityN/A35.3158°N, 100.4149°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Wheeler County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • Interstate 40 - major east-west corridor connecting Shamrock with Amarillo, Oklahoma City, and Albuquerque
  • U.S. Highway 83 - north-south route connecting Wheeler with Canadian, Shamrock, and Childress
  • State Highway 152 - links Wheeler with Pampa, Canadian, and Oklahoma communities
  • State Highway 203 - connects Shamrock with Wheeler and Collingsworth County
  • Farm to Market Road 2473 - serves northern ranching areas and agricultural operations
  • Farm to Market Road 277 - connects Allison with surrounding rural communities
  • Historic U.S. Route 66 - passes through Shamrock and remains a major tourism route

What are Neighboring Counties of Wheeler County

  • Hemphill County (north)
  • Roberts County (northwest)
  • Gray County (west)
  • Donley County (southwest)
  • Collingsworth County (south)
  • Roger Mills County, Oklahoma (northeast)
  • Beckham County, Oklahoma (east)

Distance from Wheeler County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Wheeler to Shamrock (Wheeler County), Texas - 15 mi (24 km)
  • Wheeler to Mobeetie (Wheeler County), Texas - 12 mi (19 km)
  • Wheeler to Allison (Wheeler County), Texas - 19 mi (31 km)
  • Wheeler to Canadian (Hemphill County), Texas - 36 mi (58 km)
  • Wheeler to Pampa (Gray County), Texas - 38 mi (61 km)
  • Wheeler to Clarendon (Donley County), Texas - 42 mi (68 km)
  • Wheeler to Wellington (Collingsworth County), Texas - 39 mi (63 km)
  • Wheeler to Elk City (Beckham County), Oklahoma - 44 mi (71 km)
  • Wheeler to Sayre (Beckham County), Oklahoma - 30 mi (48 km)
  • Wheeler to Miami (Roberts County), Texas - 44 mi (71 km)
  • Wheeler to Amarillo (Potter County), Texas - 91 mi (146 km)
  • Wheeler to Clinton (Custer County), Oklahoma - 63 mi (101 km)
  • Wheeler to Childress (Childress County), Texas - 83 mi (134 km)
  • Wheeler to Borger (Hutchinson County), Texas - 82 mi (132 km)
  • Wheeler to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma - 131 mi (211 km)

Waterbodies in Wheeler County

North Fork Red River, Sweetwater Creek, Red River Tributaries, McClellan Creek, Big Creek, Gageby Creek, Mustang Creek, Buffalo Creek, Cottonwood Creek, Black Kettle Creek, Dry Creek, Tule Creek Tributaries, Lake Marvin Watershed, Texas Panhandle Playa Lakes

Best Golf Courses in Wheeler County, Texas

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Shamrock Country Club Golf CourseShamrock35.2219°N, 100.2497°W
Wheeler Municipal Golf CourseWheeler35.4528°N, 100.2744°W

Colleges and Universities in Wheeler County, Texas

Institution NameType (Public/Private)LevelNotable For
Clarendon CollegePublicCommunity CollegeOfficial community college serving Wheeler County
West Texas A&M UniversityPublicUniversityRegional public university in the Texas Panhandle
Amarillo CollegePublicCommunity CollegeWorkforce and transfer education programs
Oklahoma Panhandle State UniversityPublicUniversityNearby higher education option for county residents
Frank Phillips CollegePublicCommunity CollegeRegional community college serving the Panhandle area

References

  1. U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts - Wheeler County
  2. Texas State Historical Association - Wheeler County
  3. Official Wheeler County Website
  4. Wheeler County Communities, Highways and Education
  5. USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS)
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References

  1. ^ QuickFacts: Wheeler County, Texas - United States Census Bureau
  2. ^ United States Census Bureau - Population and Housing Data
  3. ^ TIGER/Line Shapefiles - United States Census Bureau
  4. ^ United States Geological Survey (USGS)
  5. ^ National Geodetic Survey (NGS), NOAA
  6. ^ Official Website of Wheeler County, Texas
  7. ^ Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)
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