Irion County, County administrative division in western Texas, United States.
Irion County encompasses 1,052 square miles of land on the Edwards Plateau region, containing small communities and agricultural landscapes across west Texas.
The Texas Legislature established Irion County from Tom Green County in 1889, naming it after Robert Anderson Irion, Secretary of State for the Republic of Texas.
The Irion County Independent School District maintains strong educational traditions through its high school programs, including successful marching band performances and athletic competitions.
The county seat of Mertzon serves as the central location for government services, with a total population of 1,513 residents according to the 2020 census.
The Spraberry Trend, located beneath Irion County, represents the third-largest oil field in the United States based on remaining reserves.
GPS coordinates: 31.29312,-100.98007
Latest update: March 15, 2025 06:40
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