Haskell County

Haskell County is an administrative division in southeastern Oklahoma shaped by the Sans Bois Mountains and their rolling terrain. Two major water bodies, Lake Eufaula and Robert S. Kerr Reservoir, dominate the northern portion of the region.

The territory was established as an independent county during Oklahoma statehood in 1907, separated from what had been Sans Bois County. Mining initially shaped its development before the economy gradually shifted toward agriculture.

The courthouse in Stigler displays marble monuments on its grounds that represent important American documents. These monuments show how local residents connect their community to broader national values.

The county is connected by State Highways 2, 9, 31, 71, and 82, making it easy to navigate between different areas. The two lakes in the north provide natural landmarks and opportunities for outdoor activities throughout your visit.

A mining disaster at the Number Two mine in 1912 became a turning point that redirected the region's economic path. The incident accelerated the shift away from coal extraction toward farming and agricultural pursuits.

Location: Oklahoma

Inception: July 16, 1907

Capital city: Stigler

Shares border with: Muskogee County, Sequoyah County, LeFlore County, Latimer County, McIntosh County, Pittsburg County

Website: https://oklahoma.gov/okdhs/library/resources/haskellrd211.html

GPS coordinates: 35.23000,-95.11000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:53