Dallas County

Dallas County is an administrative division in central Iowa that encompasses farmland, river valleys, and wooded areas near the Des Moines metropolitan region. The county includes several towns and is governed from a courthouse in Adel, where local affairs are handled.

The county was established in 1846 and named after George Mifflin Dallas, who served as Vice President under James Polk. Its founding came during a time of westward expansion when Iowa was being newly settled.

The Dallas County Conservation Board manages multiple nature centers and outdoor spaces, offering educational programs about local wildlife and environment.

The main courthouse in Adel is the central place for official business and public meetings about local governance. Visitors can contact offices there to learn about local programs and outdoor opportunities in the area.

The Voas Nature Center preserves about 280 acres of land for research and environmental education. This protected area serves as a refuge for wildlife and offers visitors insight into local ecosystems.

Location: Iowa

Inception: 1846

Capital city: Adel

Shares border with: Boone County, Polk County, Madison County, Guthrie County, Greene County, Adair County, Warren County

Website: http://co.dallas.ia.us

GPS coordinates: 41.68278,-94.03500

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:04