Dewey Oklahoma Map

About Dewey, Oklahoma

Dewey is a locality in Washington County, Oklahoma, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,412. The population density is 485.4 people per km². Dewey is located at 36.7959°N, 95.9355°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 74006.

Dewey stretches out under a wide Oklahoma sky, a landscape of rolling prairies that give way to the gentle, fertile land of Washington County. It lies 4.2 miles north-east of Bartlesville, OK (from Bartlesville, OK: bearing 37°T), and is situated 7.0 miles south of Copan. The earth here, a rich, deep red, holds the memory of ancient seas and the persistent work of generations. Open fields, punctuated by stands of sturdy oak and elm, roll towards the horizon, their contours softened by the persistent winds that sweep across the plains. In the late afternoon, the light takes on a golden hue, painting the grasses and the weathered wood of farmhouses with a quiet, enduring beauty, a stark contrast to the sharp, blue clarity of a midday sun. The story of Dewey is deeply intertwined with the oil and gas industry that once pulsed through its veins, a legacy visible in the sturdy, brick buildings downtown and the quiet hum of machinery that occasionally drifts on the breeze. Founded in the late 19th century, it grew rapidly alongside the boomtown spirit of its era, attracting families who sought opportunity in the burgeoning fields. While the intensity of those early days has mellowed, a resilient spirit persists, evident in the small businesses that line its streets and the agricultural endeavors that continue to shape its economy. The presence of the Bartlesville Dewey Branch Library, a modest yet vital hub, speaks to a community that values knowledge and connection, a quiet testament to the enduring character of Dewey.

About This Dewey Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Dewey, Oklahoma — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 36.795919, -95.935539. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Dewey and Washington County.

Detailed location data for Dewey includes the ZIP code (74029), telephone area code (918), county seat of Washington County (Bartlesville), and school district assignment (Dewey Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Dewey is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.