Pulaski County Map, Illinois
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Pulaski County, Illinois
Pulaski County sits at the southern tip of Illinois, close to where the Ohio River meets the Mississippi. Mound City is the county seat and is a tiny place with a lot of history.
This area was once home to the “Mounds builders”. These days, it’s mostly farmland and small communities. The county’s flat and low-lying so flooding is a constant concern.
The Cypress Creek National Wildlife Refuge, in my opinion, is one of the most underappreciated natural areas in the state. Hardwood forests and wetland wildlife create an otherworldly landscape. For better or worse, Pulaski County feels a world away from Chicago.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Pulaski County |
| County Seat | Mound City |
| Population | Approximately 6,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Mound City, Pulaski, and several unincorporated communities including Karnak and Tamms |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 51, Illinois Route 37 |
| FIPS Code | 17-153 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 203 square miles (land: 174 sq mi, water: 29 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Union County (North), Johnson County (Northeast), Massac County (East), Ballard County, Kentucky (Southeast), Alexander County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Illinois |
| Coordinates | 37.2376° N, 89.1696° W |
| Etymology | Named in honor of Casimir Pulaski, a Polish-American Revolutionary War hero |
| Major Landmarks | Cache River State Natural Area, Mound City National Cemetery, and the Illinois & Mississippi Canal |
| Website | Pulaski County Website |
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