Daviess County

Daviess County is an administrative county in western Kentucky with Owensboro serving as its main urban center. The county encompasses multiple smaller towns and communities that function together as a regional area.

The county was established in 1815 during Kentucky's period of territorial expansion in the early 1800s. Its creation reflected the growing need for organized administration in western regions of the state.

The Daviess County Sheriff's Office maintains strong connections with local communities through specialized units, task forces, and collaborative law enforcement programs.

Visitors should familiarize themselves with local government offices and public services in the area. Advance planning helps when accessing administrative services or exploring different communities within the county.

The county operates with separate elected positions for Sheriff and County Jailer, demonstrating Kentucky's distinct approach to law enforcement administration.

Location: Kentucky

Inception: January 14, 1815

Capital city: Owensboro

Shares border with: Henderson County, McLean County, Ohio County, Hancock County, Spencer County, Warrick County

Website: http://daviessky.org

GPS coordinates: 37.73000,-87.09000

Latest update: December 24, 2025 14:19