Benton County Map, Missouri
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Benton County, Missouri
Benton County sits in the heart of Missouri. Locals are friendly and always ready with a warm hello. Harry Truman Reservoir is the defining water feature here. Yep, it’s definitely a place for water lovers.
Warsaw is the county seat, which sits perched above the Osage River. It’s a town with roots dating back to the early 1800s. Rolling hills and dense forests make up much of the landscape.
Fishing is big here. Really big. The county boasts some of the best crappie and bass fishing in the state. If you’re looking to escape the busy life, Benton County might just be your perfect getaway.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Benton County |
| County Seat | Warsaw |
| Population | Approximately 20,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Warsaw, Cole Camp, Lincoln, Ionia, Edwards, Fristoe, Climax Springs |
| Interstates and Highways | US 65, MO 7, MO 83 |
| FIPS Code | 29-015 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 753 square miles (Land: 704 sq mi, Water: 49 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Pettis County (North), Morgan County (Northeast), Camden County (Southeast), Hickory County (South), St. Clair County (Southwest), Henry County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Missouri |
| Coordinates | 38.2959° N, 93.2171° W |
| Etymology | Named after Thomas Hart Benton, a U.S. Senator from Missouri |
| Major Landmarks | Truman Lake, Harry S. Truman State Park, Warsaw Swinging Bridge, Benton County Museum |
| Website | Benton County Website |
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