Gregg County Map, Texas
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Gregg County, Texas
Gregg County sits in the Piney Woods of East Texas. Longview is the county seat and is known for its Great Texas Balloon Race. This colorful spectacle lights up the sky every year.
The county has deep roots in the oil industry, dating back to the East Texas Oil Boom of the 1930s. Lake Cherokee is a popular spot for fishing and boating. The county’s also home to LeTourneau University, a private Christian institution.
Kilgore, another city in the county, is famous for its oil history and the Kilgore College Rangerettes. The local economy is diverse, with healthcare and education playing big roles. Gregg County is where tradition meets progress.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Gregg County |
| County Seat | Longview |
| Population | Approximately 130,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Longview, Kilgore, Gladewater, White Oak, Clarksville City |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 20, U.S. Highway 80, State Highway 31 |
| FIPS Code | 48-183 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 276 square miles (273 sq mi land, 3 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Upshur County (North), Harrison County (East), Rusk County (South), Smith County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Texas |
| Coordinates | 32°30’N, 94°49’W |
| Etymology | Named after John Gregg, a Confederate general during the Civil War |
| Major Landmarks | Longview Museum of Fine Arts, Gregg County Historical Museum, Kilgore College Rangerette Showcase |
| Website | Gregg County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Gregg County Topographic Map
This is East Texas pine country, and the landscape reflects it. Gregg County is gently rolling, with forested ridges and creek valleys shaping the terrain. Elevation changes are modest but frequent. Try our new zoom tool below to explore Gregg County a bit more in detail.
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Gregg County Road Map
Gregg County’s highways form a functional network. Most roads center around Longview, including I-20, U.S. 80 and U.S. 59. Although it’s not a massive county, the density of roads makes it easy to get around.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Gregg County Satellite Map
Longview stands out as a dense, developed center, surrounded by green. But really, forests dominate the satellite map. It’s patchy in some areas, continuous in others.
OUTLINE MAP
Gregg County Blank Map
Gregg County is compact and boxy, with a tail that sticks on the south east corner. It doesn’t touch another state, just East Texas neighbors. The outline is mostly made of survey lines. The Sabine River and Lake Cherokee make up its southeast edge.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 4 neighboring counties of Gregg County:
Texas County Map
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