Beadle County Map, South Dakota
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Beadle County, South Dakota
Beadle County is in the heart of eastern South Dakota. It’s flat with fields of wheat and corn stretching to the horizon. Huron, the county seat, is famous for its massive pheasant statue.
They take their birds seriously around here. The county has a rich agricultural history. Summers are hot, winters are freezing. That’s South Dakota for you.
The State Fair rolls into town each September, bringing rides, food, and fun. Beadle County is named after a territorial politician, though most locals couldn’t tell you much about him.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Beadle County |
| County Seat | Huron |
| Population | Approximately 19,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Huron, Cavour, Hitchcock, Wessington |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 14, State Highway 37, State Highway 281 |
| FIPS Code | 46-005 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,265 square miles (1,251 sq mi land, 14 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Spink County (North), Clark County (Northeast), Kingsbury County (East), Sanborn County (Southeast), Jerauld County (Southwest), Hand County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | South Dakota |
| Coordinates | 44°21’N, 98°13’W |
| Etymology | Named after William Henry Harrison Beadle, a surveyor and educator |
| Major Landmarks | South Dakota State Fairgrounds, Huron Regional Airport, Ravine Lake |
| Website | Beadle County Website |
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