Crisp County, Georgia
Crisp County, Georgia | |
|---|---|
County | |
 Location in the state of Georgia | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| Founded | 1905 |
| County seat | Cordele |
| Area | |
| • Total | 281 sq mi (730 km2) |
| • Land | 273 sq mi (710 km2) |
| • Water | 8 sq mi (20 km2) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 20,128 |
| • Density | 72/sq mi (28/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (Eastern) |
Crisp County is a county located in the central part of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 20,128. The county seat is Cordele.
History[edit | edit source]
Crisp County was created in 1905 from Dooly County. It was named in honor of Charles Frederick Crisp, a jurist and politician who served as Speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 1891 to 1895.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 281 square miles (730 km²), of which 273 square miles (710 km²) is land and 8.0 square miles (21 km²) (2.8%) is water.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- Dooly County - north
- Wilcox County - east
- Turner County - south
- Sumter County - west
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 20,128 people, 7,500 households, and 5,000 families residing in the county. The population density was 74 people per square mile (29/km²).
Economy[edit | edit source]
Crisp County's economy is primarily based on agriculture, manufacturing, and retail trade. The county is known for its production of watermelons, peanuts, and pecans.
Education[edit | edit source]
Crisp County is served by the Crisp County School District, which includes several elementary schools, a middle school, and Crisp County High School.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
The county is served by several major highways, including Interstate 75, which runs north-south through the county, providing access to major cities such as Atlanta and Macon.
Attractions[edit | edit source]
Crisp County is home to the Georgia Veterans State Park, which offers a variety of recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and camping. The park also features a museum dedicated to the history of Georgia's military veterans.
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- Charles Frederick Crisp - Namesake of the county, former Speaker of the United States House of Representatives.
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