Clinton County, County in eastern Iowa, United States
Description
Clinton County is an administrative area in eastern Iowa containing multiple towns and communities. It spreads across farmland and residential areas, with the Mississippi River forming its eastern border.
History
The county was established in 1837 during Iowa's territorial expansion and named after New York governor DeWitt Clinton. This founding was part of westward settlement and shaped economic development for generations.
Culture
The communities here keep farming traditions alive through local festivals, county fairs, and exhibitions that happen throughout the year. These gatherings show how central agriculture is to everyday life and how people connect with one another.
Practical
The county administration provides residents with access to public services including property tax collection, vehicle registration, and civil record services. The main communities are easy to find, and the area has clear centers with urban and rural zones.
Did you know?
The area runs specialized farming methods for corn and soybeans adapted to the Mississippi valley soil. These local techniques reflect decades of practical knowledge about working this land.
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Lock and Dam No. 13
30.8 km
Clinton Railroad Bridge
29.1 km
Gateway Bridge
29.1 km
St. Irenaeus Catholic Church
29 km
Albany Mounds State Historic Site
27.6 km
Mark N. Norris Bridge
29.5 km
St. Boniface Church
28.8 km
Clinton County Courthouse
28.5 km
Our Savior’s Kvindherred Lutheran Church
18.9 km
Clinton Public Library
28.5 km
Delmar Calaboose
13.6 km
Cherry Bank
26.6 km
George M. Curtis House
28.2 km
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre
29 km
Bickelhaupt Arboretum
26.2 km
De Immigrant
29.9 km
Horace Anthony House
25.5 km
Sharon Methodist Episcopal Church
29.4 km
Washington Junior High School and Jefferson Grade School
28.6 km
First National Bank
28.6 km
Lafayette Lamb House
31.7 km
Farmers and Merchants Savings Bank
12.5 km
Wilson Building
28.6 km
Moeszinger-Marquis Hardware Co.
28.7 km
Castle Terrace Historic District
26.4 km
Peter Dierks House
21.1 km
Ames Creek Bridge
4.9 km
Grand Mound Town Hall and Waterworks Historic District
12.6 km
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