Poteet Texas Map

About Poteet, Texas

Poteet is a locality in Atascosa County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,910. The population density is 640.9 people per km². Poteet is located at 29.0405°N, 98.5681°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 78065.

Poteet lies under a wide, often brilliant Texas sky, a place where the land unfolds in a gentle, sun-baked expanse. It lies 7.4 miles northwest of Pleasanton, TX (from Pleasanton, TX: bearing 313°T), and is situated 8.6 miles north of Jourdanton. The terrain here is a study in subtle undulation, a subtle rise and fall of earth that cradles scrub brush, mesquite trees, and the occasional sturdy oak. The air, especially in the late afternoon, carries a dry, warm scent, tinged with the dust of the roads and the distant aroma of growing things. The Atascosa River, a ribbon of life in this semi-arid country, flows a short distance away, its banks often fringed with vegetation that offers a welcome contrast to the more open plains. To the north, the vastness of the Edwards Plateau looms, a distant, hazy promise of different landscapes, but here, the focus is on the immediate, the close-up texture of the soil and the expansive, uninterrupted horizon. The nearby Scheidt Lake, though modest in size, adds a glint of water, a point of reflection in the otherwise earth-toned panorama. The story of Poteet is deeply rooted in the agricultural pulse of South Texas, a place that has long recognized the bounty that can be coaxed from its soil. For generations, this region has been known for its vibrant strawberry farms, an industry that once defined its identity and continues to lend a sweet, enduring legacy. This agricultural heritage has shaped not just the economy but the very character of Poteet, fostering a sense of community built on hard work and the shared rhythm of planting and harvest. The land itself, though seemingly unassuming, is a testament to this enduring connection, supporting not only strawberries but also other crops and ranching endeavors that stretch across the surrounding landscape. The designation of Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument, an expansive protected area, underscores a broader commitment to conservation that extends even to this inland locale, highlighting a reverence for the natural world that is woven into the fabric of Poteet’s existence. Rutledge Hollow, a nearby geographical feature, hints at the subtle sculpting of the land by natural forces over time.

About This Poteet Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Poteet, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 29.040524, -98.568074. 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 Poteet and Atascosa County.

Detailed location data for Poteet includes the ZIP code (78065), telephone area code (210, 726), county seat of Atascosa County (Jourdanton), and school district assignment (Poteet Independent School District). 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 Poteet is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.