Choctaw County

Choctaw County spreads across the Tombigbee River region with dense forests and mineral springs throughout the landscape. The terrain varies between wooded hills and open areas crossed by streams and waterways.

The county was established on December 29, 1847, and named after the Choctaw people who originally inhabited these lands. This naming choice preserves the memory of the region's original settlement.

The communities here stay connected through regular gatherings and traditional celebrations that reflect local customs. Hunting and fishing remain important parts of everyday life and shape how people spend their time together.

The main courthouse handles government services and official matters for visitors and residents. The county administration operates from various offices located throughout the area that can help with questions and requests.

Gilbertown in this county was home to Alabama's first oil-producing well, which changed the region's economic path. This early success in oil production shaped the local industrial development.

GPS coordinates: 34.02462,-95.52055

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:23