Coosa County

Coosa County is an administrative county in east-central Alabama that covers a sizable area with several lakes and rivers. The Coosa River forms the western boundary, while Rockford serves as the administrative center with water features including Lay Lake, Lake Martin, and Mitchell Lake throughout the territory.

The county was established in 1832 by the Alabama State Legislature following the acquisition of Creek Indian lands through the Treaty of Cusseta. This founding marked a major shift in regional administration and settlement patterns.

Textile manufacturing shaped daily life for generations, with large factories like Avondale Mills operating until 2006 and drawing workers to the area. This industrial heritage remains visible in the towns and communities that grew around these workplaces.

The county is reasonably accessible to explore, with several lakes available for recreation and outdoor activities throughout the area. Rockford, as the administrative center, offers the most services and is a natural starting point for visitors exploring the region.

Rockford houses the Old Rock Jail, the first purpose-built jail facility in Alabama and a rare example of early correctional architecture. This structure shows how the area played a role in developing the state's legal institutions.

Location: Alabama

Inception: December 18, 1832

Capital city: Rockford

Elevation above the sea: 130 m

Shares border with: Talladega County, Elmore County, Clay County, Tallapoosa County, Chilton County, Shelby County

Website: http://coosacountyal.com

GPS coordinates: 32.93639,-86.24639

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:22