Wood County, County seat in northwestern Ohio, United States.
Wood County spans 620 square miles of land in Ohio, featuring a mix of urban centers, farmlands, and natural spaces along the Maumee River.
The county was established in 1820 and named after Captain Eleazer D. Wood, an engineer who constructed Fort Meigs during the War of 1812.
Bowling Green State University stands as the educational center of Wood County, influencing local arts, sports, and community development throughout the region.
The Wood County District Public Library system maintains branches across the county, offering extensive collections and educational programs to residents.
First Solar manufacturing facility in Wood County represents one of the largest solar panel production sites in the United States.
Location: Ohio
Inception: February 12, 1820
Capital city: Bowling Green
Shares border with: Lucas County, Ottawa County, Sandusky County, Seneca County, Hancock County, Putnam County, Henry County
Website: http://co.wood.oh.us
GPS coordinates: 41.36000,-83.62000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:51
Toledo Zoo
29 km
Doyt Perry Stadium
2 km
Fort Meigs
21.6 km
Fort Miami
23.7 km
Oak Openings Preserve Metropark
29.1 km
Slater Family Ice Arena
2.2 km
Stranahan Theater
26 km
Fallen Timbers Battlefield
21.5 km
Mary Jane Thurston State Park
22.2 km
Farnsworth Metropark
17 km
Islamic Center of Greater Toledo
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Battle of Fallen Timbers Monument
21.4 km
Interurban Bridge
16.7 km
Wood County Courthouse and Jail
3 km
Dodge Site
16.5 km
Wood County Museum
1.1 km
Hull-Wolcott House
23.7 km
Lucas County Recreation Center
25.2 km
Cornerstone Church
25.4 km
Mickey Cochrane Stadium
2.2 km
U.S. Post Office
3.3 km
Rossford Public Library
28.1 km
Fort Meigs Historic Site
21.4 km
BG City Pool and Water Park
4 km
First United Methodist Church
1.7 km
Trinity Church
2.9 km
Fallen Timbers 14 + XD
21.8 km
Wintergarden Park
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