Russell County

Russell County is an administrative division in Kentucky encompassing residential areas and agricultural lands with Jamestown as its county seat. The territory includes several communities and rural zones that together form the local government unit.

The county was established by the Kentucky General Assembly on December 14, 1825, with Jamestown designated as its administrative center from the start. This creation was part of Kentucky's expansion of local governance divisions during the 1800s.

Jamestown functions as the administrative hub where public buildings and local institutions gather residents for community activities. The town reflects how people in the region organize their civic life around this central location.

Key administrative services including marriage licenses and vehicle registration operate from the Russell County Courthouse in Jamestown during regular business hours. Weekday visits are typically best for handling official matters at the courthouse.

The county sits at a geographic crossroads where the mountainous terrain of eastern Kentucky transitions toward the gentler landscapes of central Kentucky. This position shapes how settlements and land use vary across the area.

Location: Kentucky

Inception: December 14, 1825

Capital city: Jamestown

Shares border with: Adair County, Cumberland County, Clinton County, Wayne County, Pulaski County, Casey County

Website: http://russellcountyky.com

GPS coordinates: 36.99000,-85.06000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:25