Huron County

Huron County stretches across the eastern region of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, encompassing farmland, residential areas, and shoreline along Lake Huron. The county seat of Bad Axe serves as its administrative center.

Huron County was established in 1840 during Michigan's early territorial development and settlement period. The creation of the county provided local administrative structure for the region's growing population.

The county maintains multiple public facilities, including a judicial circuit court system at 250 East Huron Avenue that processes legal matters for the local population.

Residents access government services through Bad Axe, where local and county officials handle community matters. Most administrative offices are located in downtown buildings and remain generally accessible to the public.

The county operates a specialized Geographic Information System service that helps citizens and administrators manage land use planning and development initiatives.

Location: Michigan

Inception: 1840

Capital city: Bad Axe

Shares border with: Tuscola County, Sanilac County

Website: http://co.huron.mi.us

GPS coordinates: 43.86667,-83.03333

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:23