DeWitt County Map, Illinois
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DeWitt County, Illinois
DeWitt County sits in central Illinois. Clinton is the county seat. Yes, the county was named after DeWitt Clinton who was a New York governor.
The county is mostly flat farmland. Corn and soybeans are as far as you can see. Clinton Lake is a big draw. This is a great spot for fishing and boating. The nuclear power plant stands out and is a major employer.
The Apple ‘n Pork Festival draws huge crowds every fall. Folks here are friendly. They’re down-to-earth and value hard work.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | DeWitt County |
| County Seat | Clinton |
| Population | Approximately 15,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Clinton, Farmer City, Kenney, Waynesville, Wapella, DeWitt, Weldon, and various other unincorporated communities. |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 51, Illinois Route 10, Illinois Route 48, Illinois Route 54 |
| FIPS Code | 17-039 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 405 square miles (land: 398 sq mi, water: 7 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | McLean County (North), Piatt County (East), Macon County (South), Logan County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Illinois |
| Coordinates | 40.1690° N, 88.8571° W |
| Etymology | Named after DeWitt Clinton, the 6th Governor of New York |
| Major Landmarks | Clinton Lake State Recreation Area, Weldon Springs State Park, C.H. Moore Homestead DeWitt County Museum, DeWitt County Courthouse |
| Website | DeWitt County Website |
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