Washington County Texas map — Washington County can be read along U.S. 290 first, then north toward Lake Somerville and east toward the Brazos River historic sites.
Download the Washington County map
- Map file: County reference map
- File format: ZIP
Table of Contents
Quick Facts
- State: Texas
- County: Washington County
- County seat: Brenham
- Mapped places: Brenham, Burton, Chappell Hill, Independence, Washington-on-the-Brazos
- Natural features: Brazos River, Lake Somerville, rolling prairie
- Main routes: U.S. 290, State Highway 36
What the Map Shows
Brenham is central, Burton west, and Chappell Hill east. Independence and Washington-on-the-Brazos lie northeast, while Lake Somerville is near the northern edge.
County Layout and Location
U.S. 290 forms the main east-west line. State Highway 36 runs north from Brenham toward the lake, and the Brazos River defines the eastern side.
Local Context
Brenham is the civic, commercial, and agricultural-processing center. Washington-on-the-Brazos and Independence add major Texas history, while the lake creates a separate recreation district.
Ways to Use This Map
- Follow the Burton-Brenham-Chappell Hill line
- Connect the historic sites with the Brazos River
- Locate Lake Somerville north of the county seat
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Washington-on-the-Brazos relate to Brenham?
It lies northeast of Brenham near the Brazos River rather than on the U.S. 290 town line.
What does Burton reveal about the western side?
It anchors the western U.S. 290 corridor opposite Chappell Hill.
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