Pontotoc County, Administrative county in south-central Oklahoma, United States
Description
Pontotoc County is an administrative division in south-central Oklahoma with Ada as its county seat. The region covers both urban and rural areas managed through a three-member Board of County Commissioners.
History
The county formed in 1907 during Oklahoma's statehood from Chickasaw Nation territory. Its name derives from a historic tribal area that held significance in earlier times.
Culture
The area maintains deep ties to the Chickasaw Nation, whose headquarters operates from Ada and shapes the region's character. These connections are visible in local institutions and community life throughout the county.
Practical
Ada serves as the administrative hub and is the best starting point for exploring the region. Visitors should base themselves in Ada to access government offices and local services.
Did you know?
More than 48 archaeological sites record the presence of prehistoric peoples across different time periods. These locations offer evidence of human settlement spanning thousands of years.
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57.2 km
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