Independence County Map, Arkansas
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Independence County, Arkansas
Independence County is in north-central Arkansas, with Batesville as its county seat. U.S. Highway 167 runs through the county, making it a convenient trip to Little Rock.
The White River cuts through the county, which gives excellent fishing and water recreation. Each summer, thousands flock to Batesville for the White River Water Carnival, featuring fun boat races.
Batesville Historic District and Old Independence Regional Museum add a touch of history to the county. Finally, the county is home to Lyon College, giving Batesville a touch of college-town atmosphere.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Independence County |
| County Seat | Batesville |
| Population | Approximately 38,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Batesville, Cave City, Newark, Southside, Cushman, Pleasant Plains, Oil Trough, Sulphur Rock, Magness |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 167, U.S. Route 69, U.S. Route 167 Business, State Route 14, State Route 25, State Route 122 |
| FIPS Code | 05-063 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 772 square miles (Land: 763 sq mi, Water: 9 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Sharp County (North), Lawrence County (Northeast), Jackson County (East), White County (South), Cleburne County (Southwest), Stone County (West), Izard County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Standard Time (CST) |
| State | Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 35.7692° N, 91.6416° W |
| Etymology | Named for the Declaration of Independence |
| Major Landmarks | Batesville Historic District, Old Independence Regional Museum, White River, Lyon College, Mark Martin Museum, Independence County Courthouse |
| Website | Independence County Website |
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