Sanborn County Map, South Dakota
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Sanborn County, South Dakota
Sanborn County is right in the heart of South Dakota. The James River Valley cuts through the county. Woonsocket is the county seat, located in the west.
Fertile soil makes for good farming with corn and soybeans being the main crops. This is the Prairies in a nutshell. But there’s more than just agriculture here.
The county has character. Old buildings tell stories of pioneers. It’s quiet most of the time. That’s how folks like it. Community ties run deep in these parts.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Sanborn County |
| County Seat | Woonsocket |
| Population | Approximately 2,300 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Woonsocket, Letcher, Artesian |
| Interstates and Highways | State Highway 34, State Highway 37 |
| FIPS Code | 46-111 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 570 square miles (569 sq mi land, 1 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Beadle County (North), Kingsbury County (Northeast), Miner County (East), Hanson County (Southeast), Davison County (South), Aurora County (Southwest), Jerauld County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | South Dakota |
| Coordinates | 44°02’N, 98°13’W |
| Etymology | Named after George W. Sanborn, a railroad executive |
| Major Landmarks | Lake Prior, Sanborn County Courthouse, Woonsocket Opera House |
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