Lucas County, County in southern Iowa, United States
Lucas County encompasses 434 square miles of terrain across southern Iowa, with Chariton serving as the administrative center for its 8,634 residents.
The county was established in 1846 during Iowa's early statehood period and received its name from Robert Lucas, a territorial governor of the region.
The county maintains five incorporated communities: Chariton, Derby, Lucas, Russell, and Williamson, each contributing to the local agricultural heritage.
The Lucas County Board of Supervisors conducts regular public meetings at 916 Braden Avenue in Chariton, managing local governance and administrative matters.
The county's baseball program has developed multiple teams that advanced to participate in the Iowa State Tournament competitions.
Location: Iowa
Inception: 1846
Capital city: Chariton
Shares border with: Marion County, Wayne County, Monroe County, Appanoose County, Warren County, Clarke County, Decatur County
GPS coordinates: 41.02611,-93.32833
Latest update: April 8, 2025 18:57
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