Lincoln County

Lincoln County spreads across eastern Washington with rolling hills, agricultural land, and Davenport serving as the county seat. The area includes extensive farmland, ranches, and several small towns distributed throughout the region.

The territorial legislature established this county on November 24, 1883, naming it after President Abraham Lincoln during Washington's pre-statehood era. The area developed into an agricultural region as railroads enabled grain trade and settlement growth.

Agriculture defines how people here live and work, with farming families tending wheat fields and ranches that shape the character of the region.

County offices operate from Davenport, handling property documents, public records, and emergency services. Visitors can stop by the administrative center to research local history or access public information about the region.

The region has extensive grain elevator and storage facilities that support its major wheat production operations. This infrastructure shapes the landscape and enables large-scale grain movement throughout the area.

Location: Washington

Inception: November 24, 1883

Capital city: Davenport

Shares border with: Okanogan County, Ferry County, Stevens County, Spokane County, Whitman County, Adams County, Grant County

Website: http://co.lincoln.wa.us

GPS coordinates: 47.57000,-118.41000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:24