Bates County Map, Missouri
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Bates County, Missouri
Bates County sits on the western edge of Missouri, right along the Kansas border. It’s farm country through and through. Rolling hills and open fields stretch far.
The county seat is Butler, a small town with a big heart. You’ll find some of the friendliest folks around here. Historians might recognize Bates County as the site of several Civil War skirmishes.
These days, it’s a peaceful place where you can enjoy fishing and boating at nearby lakes. And if you’re passing through, be sure to try some of the local barbecue. It’s finger-lickin’ good.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Bates County |
| County Seat | Butler |
| Population | Approximately 17,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Butler, Adrian, Rich Hill, Amsterdam, Hume, Amoret, Foster, Passaic |
| Interstates and Highways | I-49, US 71, MO 18, MO 52 |
| FIPS Code | 29-013 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 851 square miles (Land: 837 sq mi, Water: 14 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Cass County (North), Henry County (Northeast), St. Clair County (Southeast), Vernon County (South), Linn County, Kansas (West), Miami County, Kansas (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Missouri |
| Coordinates | 38.2519° N, 94.3261° W |
| Etymology | Named after Frederick Bates, the second Governor of Missouri |
| Major Landmarks | Butler Historic District, Osage Village State Historic Site, Poplar Heights Living History Farm |
| Website | Bates County Website |
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