McCook county, SD

McCook County, South Dakota

McCook County is a county located in the U.S. state of South Dakota. As of the 2010 census, the population was 5,618. Its county seat is Salem. The county was established in 1873 and organized in 1878. It was named for the former governor of the Dakota Territory and Civil War general Edwin Stanton McCook.

Geography

McCook County is located in the southeastern part of South Dakota, covering a total area of 576 square miles, of which 573 square miles is land and 3.2 square miles is water. The county's geographical features include rolling prairies, fertile farmland, and several lakes and rivers.

Demographics

As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 5,618 people, 2,259 households, and 1,570 families residing in the county. The racial makeup of the county was 98.2% White, 0.2% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.5% from other races, and 0.5% from two or more races. 1.4% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Healthcare in McCook County

Healthcare services in McCook County are primarily provided by two facilities: the Salem Community Hospital and the McCook County Clinic.

Salem Community Hospital

Salem Community Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Salem, the county seat of McCook County. The hospital provides a wide range of healthcare services, including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging. The hospital is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to the residents of McCook County and the surrounding areas.

McCook County Clinic

McCook County Clinic is a primary care clinic located in Salem. The clinic provides a variety of healthcare services, including family medicine, preventive care, chronic disease management, and women's health services. The clinic's team of healthcare professionals is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the community through comprehensive, personalized care.

Education

Education in McCook County is provided by three school districts: the Salem School District, the Montrose School District, and the Bridgewater-Emery School District. These districts offer a range of educational opportunities for students from kindergarten through high school.

Transportation

Transportation in McCook County is facilitated by a network of state highways, county roads, and local streets. The county is also served by the Salem Municipal Airport, which provides general aviation services.

Recreation

McCook County offers a variety of recreational opportunities, including fishing, hunting, camping, and hiking. The county is home to several parks and recreational areas, including the Lake Vermillion Recreation Area and the East Vermillion Lake State Game Production Area.

See Also

• List of counties in South Dakota
• National Register of Historic Places listings in McCook County, South Dakota
  

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Provider page	Credentials	Gender	Medical school	Graduation year	Primary specialty	Secondary specialties	Address	Address2	City	State	ZIP	Phone
Beckstrand Scott 1932173622		M	Sanford School Of Medicine Of University Of South Dakota	1998	Internal Medicine				Salem	SD	57058
Kooima Rick 1093750283	MD	M	University Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of Medicine	1990	Pediatric Medicine				Salem	SD	57058

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