Franklin County

Franklin County is an administrative county in western Arkansas covering rolling farmlands, forested ridges, and scattered mountains separated by the Arkansas River. The landscape includes varied terrain from agricultural areas to thickly wooded hillsides.

The county was established in 1837 from Crawford County territory and initially required two separate administrative centers. Ozark served the north while Charleston served the south due to river-crossing challenges.

Swiss and German settlers established wineries around Altus, which shaped the county into a significant wine-growing region that remains active today.

Government offices are located in Ozark on West Commercial Street, providing convenient access to administrative services for county residents. The location serves as the main point for handling official matters and public records.

Arkansas's first oil discovery happened here, and the area holds significant deposits of coal, clay, iron, and shale. These mineral resources shaped economic development for generations.

Location: Arkansas

Inception: December 19, 1837

Capital city: Ozark

Shares border with: Madison County, Johnson County, Logan County, Sebastian County, Crawford County

Website: https://franklincountyar.org

GPS coordinates: 35.52083,-93.87583

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:01