Limestone County Map, Alabama
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Limestone County, Alabama
Limestone County occupies a spot in north Alabama. Interstate 65 and U.S. Highway 72 run through the heart of the county to get in and out.
Athens is its county seat with about 110,000 residents. Athens State University, the oldest college in the state, lends a scholarly air to the county seat.
The Tennessee River forms the southern border, creating Wheeler Lake and its popular recreation areas. Pack a picnic basket and find a spot by Elk River. The views are worth savoring.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Limestone County |
| County Seat | Athens |
| Population | Approximately 110,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Athens, Madison (partly), Ardmore, Elkmont, Mooresville, Tanner, Belle Mina, Capshaw, Good Springs, Thach |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 65, Interstate 565, U.S. Highway 31, U.S. Highway 72, State Route 99, State Route 127, State Route 251 |
| FIPS Code | 01-083 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 607 square miles (Land: 560 sq mi, Water: 47 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Giles County, Tennessee (North), Lincoln County, Tennessee (Northeast), Madison County (East), Morgan County (Southeast), Lawrence County (Southwest), Lauderdale County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Alabama |
| Coordinates | 34.8040° N, 86.9833° W |
| Etymology | Named after the limestone deposits found in the area |
| Major Landmarks | Alabama Veterans Museum, Athens State University, Elk River, Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge (partly in Limestone County), Athens Historic District |
| Website | Limestone County Website |
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