Chilton County, Administrative division in central Alabama, US.
Description
Chilton County is an administrative division in central Alabama spanning diverse terrain from prairie lands to swamps and Appalachian foothills. The county encompasses multiple communities with Clanton functioning as the main administrative hub.
History
The area was originally established as Baker County in 1868 and renamed in 1874 to honor William Parish Chilton Sr., a former Chief Justice of Alabama's Supreme Court. This change reflects early administrative reorganization in the region's development.
Culture
The county maintains seven elected commissioners who govern through cumulative voting, representing the diverse population of 45,014 residents across multiple communities.
Practical
The county is easily accessible via Interstate 65 and U.S. Highway 31, which connect its various communities and make navigation straightforward. Keep in mind that this is a large, dispersed administrative area, so planning ahead helps when visiting different parts.
Did you know?
The geographic center of Alabama's population is located near the town of Jemison within this area. This fact highlights the region's central role in the state's demographics.
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