Glasscock County

Glasscock County is an administrative division in West Texas covering land with level prairie terrain. The area is drained by the North Concho River and Lacy Creek, and its soils range from sandy to loam composition.

The county was established in 1827 and organized in 1869, named after George Washington Glasscock, an early settler of the Austin region. These dates mark the formation and formal establishment of local government.

The county maintains a strong agricultural tradition with cotton and grain sorghum production, while supporting ranching operations for beef cattle and sheep.

Garden City serves as the county seat where government services are available. Visitors needing official services should plan their trips accordingly during standard business hours.

The Spraberry Trend, one of the largest oil fields in the United States, lies beneath this county's surface. This underground resource has shaped the region's economic development beyond its visible landscape.

GPS coordinates: 31.86402,-101.48113

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:22