Calhoun County, Administrative county in central Iowa, United States
Calhoun County encompasses 572 square miles of agricultural land with Rockwell City serving as its governmental center and main population hub.
The county, established in 1851 and originally named Fox County, received its current name in 1853 to honor John C. Calhoun, the seventh vice president.
The county maintains multiple farming communities spread across its territory, reflecting the traditional agricultural heritage of central Iowa through generations.
Residents access major transportation routes through U.S. Highway 20, Iowa Highway 4, Iowa Highway 7, and Iowa Highway 175 that connect all communities.
An F5 tornado struck Pomeroy on July 6, 1893, affecting 80 percent of the town structures and marking one of Iowa's most severe weather events.
Location: Iowa
Inception: January 15, 1851
Capital city: Rockwell City
Website: http://www.calhouncountyiowa.com
Shares border with: Pocahontas County, Carroll County, Sac County, Webster County, Greene County, Buena Vista County
Website: http://calhouncountyiowa.com
GPS coordinates: 42.38611,-94.64722
Latest update: March 13, 2025 16:20
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