Howard County Map, Texas
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Howard County, Texas
Howard County is out in West Texas. Big Spring is the biggest town and county seat. Oil has been a key driver of the economy here since the 1920s.
The landscape is pretty rugged. It has lots of mesquite and prickly pear. It gets hot in the summer. Big Spring State Park is a 200-ft. bluff, great for having picnics.
There’s an air force base nearby too. Hangar 25 Air Museum is worth a visit if you’re into planes. The county has its share of ranches. Some folks say you can see forever on a clear day.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Howard County |
| County Seat | Big Spring |
| Population | Approximately 35,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Big Spring, Coahoma, Forsan |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 20, U.S. Highway 87, State Highway 350 |
| FIPS Code | 48-227 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 904 square miles (901 sq mi land, 3 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Borden County (North), Mitchell County (East), Sterling County (Southeast), Glasscock County (South), Martin County (West), Dawson County (Northwest), Scurry County (Northeast) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Texas |
| Coordinates | 32°18’N, 101°25’W |
| Etymology | Named after Volney E. Howard, a U.S. Congressman from Texas |
| Major Landmarks | Big Spring State Park, Hangar 25 Air Museum, Comanche Trail Park |
| Website | Howard County Website |
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