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Decatur Texas Map

Explore Decatur, Texas, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Decatur, Texas

How to Use This Decatur, Texas Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Decatur, Texas. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Texas or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Decatur.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Decatur
State	Texas (TX)
County	Wise County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	33.234283
Longitude	-97.586139
Population	6,538
Density	287.4 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	76234
Area Code	817
County Seat	Decatur
School District	Decatur Independent School District

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About Decatur, Texas

Decatur is a locality in Wise County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,538. The population density is 287.4 people per km². Decatur is located at 33.2343°N, 97.5861°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Decatur is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 76234.

Decatur emerges from the flat, expansive plains as a quiet intersection of sky and earth, defined by the steady, unassuming presence of Center Creek. It lies 23.5 miles north of Azle, TX (from Azle, TX: bearing 354°T), and is situated 9.9 miles east of Bridgeport. The landscape surrounding Decatur is marked by wide, open horizons that stretch toward the distant silhouette of The Backbone, which anchors the view twenty miles to the horizon. Travelers walking the Lyndon B Johnson National Grasslands Trail, located three miles out, often notice how the light at dusk turns the grasses into a sea of muted gold and copper. Nearby, the water of Black Creek Reservoir reflects the immense, cloud-swept sky, providing a cooling stillness seven miles from the center of activity. Harmon Park remains a vital green space right in the middle of the local geography, offering a place for the land to breathe.

Decatur grew from the hard-won labor of early settlers who recognized the potential in the resilient soil and the steady flow of local water sources. The regional economy has long relied upon the rhythm of agriculture and the endurance of ranching, which continue to shape the daily habits of the people. Industrial progress has moved alongside these roots, bringing modern commerce that respects the traditional pace of life established long ago. Dry Hollow, twelve miles away, serves as a reminder of the geological forces that have dictated the settlement patterns of this region for generations. Economic life here is defined by a sturdy self-reliance, where the work of the hands often mirrors the expansive, demanding character of the surrounding terrain. Even as new industries find a foothold, the primary focus remains on maintaining the stability that has supported families in Decatur for decades.

Cultural life in Decatur manifests in the pride of its residents and the preservation of landmarks that anchor the memory of the place. The Wise County Courthouse stands as a prominent, historic fixture, its architecture serving as a physical manifestation of the local commitment to permanence and civic order. Festivals and community gatherings often fill the public spaces, bringing together neighbors who share a common appreciation for their heritage and the specific quality of the Texas air. Well-known figures such as the legendary athlete Byron Nelson have left their mark here, adding a layer of distinction to the local narrative. The spirit of Decatur is found in these small, consistent efforts to honor the past while attending to the immediate needs of the present. Whether through the quiet maintenance of local traditions or the gathering of the community, the character of the people remains as steady as the landscape itself.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Charles Vernon Terrell (Monument) — 0.0 mi, 287° W
Randolph Vesey (Monument) — 0.0 mi, 288° W
Captain George Stevens (Monument) — 0.0 mi, 289° W
Harmon Park (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 046° NE
Louida "Big Mama" Willis Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 068° E
Wise County Heritage Museum (Museum) — 0.8 mi, 183° S
Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland (National Grassland) — 4.0 mi, 320° NW · 20k acres
Chimney Swift Tower (Attraction) — 7.7 mi, 356° N
Cross Timbers Research Natural Area (Research Natural Area) — 8.4 mi, 356° N
RT Brooks Baseball Complex (Local Recreation) — 10.6 mi, 177° S
Sid Richardson Scout Ranch (Park) — 15.7 mi, 274° W
Heritage Museum (Museum) — 18.1 mi, 202° S
Rocking K Ranch (Attraction) — 18.2 mi, 019° N
Vernon Solomon Performing Arts Theater (Theatre) — 21.3 mi, 133° SE
Eagle Mountain Park (Waterfowl Production Area) — 21.4 mi, 164° S
Grapevine Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 22.1 mi, 122° SE
Peterbuilt Truck (Public Artwork) — 23.8 mi, 095° E
Azle Historical Museum (Museum) — 23.8 mi, 174° S
Explorium (Museum) — 23.8 mi, 087° E
Winspear Performance Hall (Theatre) — 25.0 mi, 094° E
Sky Theater Planetarium (Museum) — 25.2 mi, 093° E
Denton Independent School District Stadium (Stadium) — 25.6 mi, 092° E
World's Largest Bowie Knife (Attraction) — 25.9 mi, 327° NW
Lewisville Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 26.8 mi, 103° E
CH Collins Stadium (Stadium) — 27.4 mi, 086° E
Ray Roberts Lake State Park (State Park) — 29.2 mi, 070° E
Gallery 19C (Gallery) — 29.5 mi, 126° SE
North Side Consolidated School (Historic Ruins) — 29.7 mi, 201° S
Lake Mineral Wells State Park (State Park) — 34.8 mi, 225° SW
Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 37.9 mi, 336° NW · 1,644 acres

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