Woodford County Map, Illinois
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Woodford County, Illinois
Woodford County stretches along the Illinois River, just east of Peoria. Eureka is the county seat, located in the southwest part of the county.
It’s known for its rich farmland and smaller communities. The county also offers outdoor activities like hiking and fishing at Eureka Lake and nearby parks.
Metamora is another town in the county. It was where Abe Lincoln practiced law in the courthouse here. Woodford County is just a solid slice of central Illinois where people value hard work.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Woodford County |
| County Seat | Eureka |
| Population | Approximately 39,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Eureka, Metamora, Roanoke, Minonk, and several smaller towns and unincorporated communities |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 74, U.S. Route 24, Illinois Route 117 |
| FIPS Code | 17-203 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 543 square miles (land: 537 sq mi, water: 6 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Marshall County (North), LaSalle County (Northeast), Livingston County (East), McLean County (Southeast), Tazewell County (Southwest), Peoria County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Illinois |
| Coordinates | 40.6932° N, 89.1192° W |
| Etymology | Named after Woodford County, Kentucky, which was named for William Woodford |
| Major Landmarks | Woodford County Courthouse, Historic Woodford County Jail, and several local parks |
| Website | Woodford County Website |
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