Bureau County Map, Illinois
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Bureau County, Illinois
Bureau County stretches across north-central Illinois with Princeton being the county seat. It’s known for its small-town ruralness. Rolling prairies dominate the landscape.
Farmers grow lots of corn and soybeans here. Wind turbines are a common sight these days, which are part of the horizon. The Illinois River Valley cuts through in the northeast.
The county has a rich history of coal mining. Many immigrants came to work the mines. The Hennepin Canal runs through Bureau County. It’s popular for fishing and kayaking now. Red Covered Bridge is a local landmark. It’s one of the few left in Illinois.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Bureau County |
| County Seat | Princeton |
| Population | Approximately 32,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Princeton, Spring Valley, Ladd, Walnut, Sheffield, Wyanet, Tiskilwa, Cherry, Manlius, Neponset, Arlington, and various other unincorporated communities. |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 80, U.S. Highway 6, U.S. Highway 34, Illinois Route 26, Illinois Route 40, Illinois Route 92 |
| FIPS Code | 17-011 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 874 square miles (land: 869 sq mi, water: 5 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Whiteside County (Northwest), Lee County (North), LaSalle County (East), Putnam County (Southeast), Marshall County (South), Stark County (Southwest), Henry County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Illinois |
| Coordinates | 41.3974° N, 89.5091° W |
| Etymology | Named after Pierre de Bureo, a North American fur trader |
| Major Landmarks | Hennepin Canal Parkway State Park, Red Covered Bridge, Lovejoy Homestead |
| Website | Bureau County Website |
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