Rusk County Texas map — Rusk County separates Henderson’s civic center from the oilfield towns around Kilgore and Overton and the Martin Creek side near Tatum.
Download the Rusk County map
- Map file: County reference map
- File format: ZIP
Table of Contents
Quick Facts
- State: Texas
- County: Rusk County
- County seat: Henderson
- Mapped places: Henderson, Kilgore, Overton, Tatum
- Natural features: Martin Creek Lake, Sabine tributaries, East Texas pine woods
- Main routes: U.S. 79, U.S. 259
What the Map Shows
Henderson lies centrally, Kilgore northwest, Overton north, and Tatum east. Martin Creek Lake sits south of Tatum.
County Layout and Location
U.S. 79 serves the northern town line, while U.S. 259 crosses north-south. Lake and Sabine drainage shape the east; pine and oil-field roads spread elsewhere.
Local Context
Henderson concentrates government, education, and commerce. Kilgore and Overton retain strong oil-history identities, while Tatum is tied to power generation and the lake.
Ways to Use This Map
- Compare the oil towns with Henderson
- Locate Tatum beside Martin Creek Lake
- Separate the northern and eastern corridors
Frequently Asked Questions
Which town lies northwest of Henderson?
Kilgore is the clearest northwestern oilfield reference.
What does Martin Creek Lake identify?
It marks the Tatum-side power and recreation district.
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