Cheatham County, Tennessee
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Cheatham County, Tennessee
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County | |
 Location within the U.S. state of Tennessee | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| Founded | February 28, 1856 |
| County seat | Ashland City |
| Area | |
| • Total | 307 sq mi (800 km2) |
| • Land | 302 sq mi (780 km2) |
| • Water | 5.2 sq mi (13 km2) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 41,107 |
| • Density | 130/sq mi (52/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 |
Cheatham County is a county located in the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2020 census, the population was 41,107. Its county seat is Ashland City. The county was established on February 28, 1856, and named after Edward Saunders Cheatham, a state legislator.
History[edit | edit source]
Cheatham County was created from parts of Davidson, Dickson, Montgomery, and Robertson counties. The county has a rich history, with early settlements dating back to the late 18th century. The Cumberland River played a significant role in the county's development, providing a means for transportation and trade.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Cheatham County is located in the central part of Tennessee. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 307 square miles, of which 302 square miles is land and 5.2 square miles (1.7%) is water. The county is characterized by its rolling hills and the presence of the Cumberland River, which flows through the county.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- Montgomery County (northwest)
- Robertson County (north)
- Davidson County (east)
- Williamson County (southeast)
- Dickson County (southwest)
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, there were 41,107 people, 15,500 households, and 11,500 families residing in the county. The population density was 136 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with smaller percentages of African American, Native American, Asian, and other races.
Communities[edit | edit source]
Cities[edit | edit source]
- Ashland City (county seat)
- Kingston Springs
- Pegram
- Pleasant View
Unincorporated communities[edit | edit source]
- Chapmansboro
- Joelton (partly in Davidson County)
- Henrietta
Government[edit | edit source]
Cheatham County is governed by a county mayor and a county commission. The county commission is made up of representatives from various districts within the county. The county government is responsible for providing essential services such as law enforcement, education, and infrastructure maintenance.
Education[edit | edit source]
The Cheatham County School District operates public schools in the county. The district includes several elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools, serving the educational needs of the county's residents.
Notable people[edit | edit source]
- Edward Saunders Cheatham, namesake of the county and a prominent state legislator.
See also[edit | edit source]
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Cheatham County, Tennessee
- List of counties in Tennessee
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
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