Franklin County Map, Alabama
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Franklin County, Alabama
Franklin County is in the Appalachian foothills, making it one of the most scenic spots in Alabama. Russellville, the county seat, is known for its Watermelon Festival. About 31,000 people live in the county.
U.S. Highway 43 makes it easy to get around. Dismals Canyon is a National Natural Landmark. There’s also Rock Bridge Canyon Equestrian Park with horse lovers from all over.
Cedar Creek Lake provides a popular spot for boating and swimming. There’s also Russellville Lake and Bear Creek Reservoir too. Just remember to bring bug spray because the mosquitoes here don’t mess around.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Franklin County |
| County Seat | Russellville |
| Population | Approximately 31,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Russellville, Red Bay, Phil Campbell, Vina, Hodges, Belgreen, Tharptown, Spruce Pine |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 43, U.S. Highway 72, State Route 24, State Route 13, State Route 17, State Route 243 |
| FIPS Code | 01-059 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 647 square miles (Land: 634 sq mi, Water: 13 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Colbert County (North), Lawrence County (East), Winston County (Southeast), Marion County (South), Itawamba County, Mississippi (Southwest), Tishomingo County, Mississippi (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Alabama |
| Coordinates | 34.4428° N, 87.8429° W |
| Etymology | Named in honor of Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States |
| Major Landmarks | Dismals Canyon, Bear Creek Lake, Red Bay Museum, Cedar Creek Lake, Roxy Theatre |
| Website | Franklin County Website |
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