Chicot County, Administrative division in southeastern Arkansas, United States.
Description
Chicot County is an administrative division in southeastern Arkansas that borders the Mississippi River. The landscape features agricultural land, waterways, and Lake Chicot, which is the largest body of water within its boundaries.
History
The county was established in 1823 as one of Arkansas's earliest administrative divisions. The region grew into a major cotton-producing center that shaped its economy for over a century.
Culture
The county's population carries strong African American roots connected to Delta agricultural traditions that shaped the region for generations. These heritage connections are visible in the community's architecture, traditions, and how people live together today.
Practical
Lake Village functions as the county seat where government services and main businesses are located. Visitors need their own transportation to navigate the area comfortably, as public transit options are limited here.
Did you know?
Lake Chicot within the county is the largest oxbow lake in North America, formed from an ancient river curve. This natural formation attracts fish and waterbirds, making it a special place for anyone interested in wildlife and water landscapes.
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Greenville Bridge
14.3 km
Winterville Site
34.2 km
Benjamin G. Humphreys Bridge
14.1 km
Belmont Plantation
25.2 km
Lake Chicot State Park
16.3 km
Junius R. Ward House
29.1 km
First National Bank of Greenville
28.3 km
Wetherbee House
28.5 km
Lake Village Confederate Monument
8.9 km
Chicot County Training School
33.8 km
First Baptist Church
18.5 km
Greenville Commercial Historic District
28.3 km
Bank of Washington
28.4 km
Chicot County Courthouse
9.1 km
American Legion Post No. 127 Building
16.4 km
Washington County Courthouse
28.9 km
M.E. Davis House
33.3 km
Washington School
29.7 km
Carlton House
8.2 km
Dermott Bank & Trust Company Building
32.9 km
John Tushek Building
8.9 km
Eudora City Hall
16.4 km
Lake Village Commercial Historic District
8.8 km
Naff House
18.7 km
Old Delta Democrat Times Building
28.3 km
Crenshaw-Burleigh House
32.9 km
Dr. A.G. Anderson House
16.5 km
Dermott Commercial Historic District
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