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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Washington County
Washington County lies in the Cherokee Prairies (MLRA 112) region. Elevation averages about 716 feet.
Washington County averages 41.5 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). The frost-free growing season runs about 303 days. Annual mean temperature is 59.1°F.
Washington County's agricultural base centers on cattle, wheat, and soybeans. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 652 farms working 188,139 acres. Cattle inventory stands at 24,955 head.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northeast Oklahoma |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Wheat, Soybeans, Fruit & tree nuts, Floriculture, Horses |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2). LFP-eligible for 6+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14
Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS (conservation programs like EQIP and CSP) and FSA (loans, disaster assistance, farm numbers). Here are the offices serving Washington County.
NRCS Office (EQIP, CSP, conservation)
1067 NE Washington Blvd, Bartlesville, OK 74006
FSA Office (loans, disaster, farm numbers)
1125 E Cherokee Ave, Nowata, OK 74048
Office info is from USDA’s published directory. Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting.
What to do when you call: Ask to schedule a meeting with a conservation planner (for EQIP/CSP) or a loan officer (for FSA programs). Mention the type of operation you run and what improvements you're considering.
Programs for Washington County Operations
Based on Washington County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Grassland conservation programs help maintain native prairie remnants while supporting cattle ranching operations. Pond construction and fencing assistance supports livestock operations throughout the county.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener. Two minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
Each county's NRCS Local Working Group sets the conservation practices that score highest for EQIP funding. Knowing your county's priorities before you apply can significantly improve your ranking.
How to find your county's priorities:
- Call your local NRCS office and ask: "What practices is the Local Working Group prioritizing this year?"
- Ask which EQIP ranking pool your operation fits (there may be separate pools for livestock, cropland, forestry, etc.)
- Check your state NRCS website for published ranking criteria
Counties Bordering Washington County
Washington County shares borders with Chautauqua County, Kansas, Montgomery County, Kansas, Nowata County, Oklahoma, Osage County, Oklahoma, Rogers County, Oklahoma, and Tulsa County, Oklahoma. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Washington County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Oklahoma guide: Oklahoma Farm Programs Guide
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