Taylor County Texas map — Taylor County is centered on Abilene, with an Interstate 20 rail-town line to the west and the Callahan Divide rising to the south.
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- Map file: County reference map
- File format: ZIP
Table of Contents
Quick Facts
- State: Texas
- County: Taylor County
- County seat: Abilene
- Mapped places: Abilene, Merkel, Buffalo Gap, Trent
- Natural features: Callahan Divide, Elm Creek, Fort Phantom Hill Lake
- Main routes: Interstate 20, U.S. 83/84
What the Map Shows
Abilene lies north-central, Merkel and Trent west, and Buffalo Gap south. Fort Phantom Hill Lake provides a northern water reference.
County Layout and Location
Interstate 20 connects Abilene with Merkel and Trent. U.S. 83/84 crosses north-south, while the Callahan Divide and Elm Creek organize the southern and central terrain.
Local Context
Abilene concentrates military, education, healthcare, and logistics. Western towns retain rail and farm ties, while Buffalo Gap is more closely associated with relief and heritage tourism.
Ways to Use This Map
- Follow Interstate 20 west from Abilene
- Locate Buffalo Gap below the divide
- Compare the lake with the city center
Frequently Asked Questions
Which town lies farthest west along Interstate 20?
Trent is west of both Merkel and Abilene.
Why does Buffalo Gap sit apart from the highway towns?
It lies south in the higher Callahan Divide terrain.
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