Lincoln County, County in southwestern Minnesota, United States
Lincoln County spans 548 square miles of rolling hills and agricultural land, with Ivanhoe serving as its administrative center and county seat.
The county, established in 1873 after dividing Lyon County into two parts, was named to honor President Abraham Lincoln following several legislative attempts.
The agricultural traditions of Lincoln County reflect in its population of 5,640 residents who maintain farms and participate in local community activities.
Residents access county services through offices in Ivanhoe, including property tax administration, waste management facilities, and medication disposal programs.
The Lac qui Parle River flows through the northeastern section of the county, where the terrain reaches elevations of 1,991 feet above sea level.
Location: Minnesota
Inception: November 4, 1873
Capital city: Ivanhoe
Shares border with: Deuel County, Yellow Medicine County, Lyon County, Pipestone County, Moody County, Brookings County
Website: http://co.lincoln.mn.us
GPS coordinates: 44.41000,-96.27000
Latest update: April 15, 2025 23:34
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