Massac County Map, Illinois
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Massac County, Illinois
Massac County hugs the Ohio River at the southern tip of Illinois, bordering Kentucky. Folks here have a bit of Southern hospitality mixed with Midwestern practicality. Outdoor recreation is a major draw.
Metropolis, the county seat, leans hard into its Superman connection. A giant statue of the Man of Steel stands in the town square. It’s quirky, fun, and 2 tons worth of bronze.
The county’s history goes way back. In fact, Fort Massac was a frontier outpost in the 1802. Now, it’s a state park that sits along the Ohio River. These days, the casino brings in tourists and tax dollars.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Massac County |
| County Seat | Metropolis |
| Population | Approximately 15,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Metropolis, Brookport, and several unincorporated communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 45, Illinois Route 145, and Illinois Route 169 |
| FIPS Code | 17-127 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 568 square miles (land: 556 sq mi, water: 12 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Pope County (North), Livingston County, Kentucky (East), McCracken County, Kentucky (South), Pulaski County (West), Johnson County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Illinois |
| Coordinates | 37.1667° N, 88.7333° W |
| Etymology | Named after Fort Massac |
| Major Landmarks | The Metropolis Superman Statue, the historic Massac County Courthouse, and the scenic views along the Ohio River |
| Website | Massac County Website |
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