Williams County, Administrative county in northwestern Ohio, United States.
The county encompasses an area of rural communities and agricultural lands, with Bryan serving as its capital and administrative center.
Williams County was formed on February 12, 1820, during a period when Ohio established multiple administrative divisions to enhance regional governance.
The county operates through a network of elected officials, including commissioners, sheriffs, and coroners who maintain local governmental traditions.
Residents access county services at One Courthouse Square in Bryan, where departments handle matters from elections to emergency management.
The county maintains specific jurisdictional authority over law enforcement, with the sheriff holding the highest position within local law enforcement structure.
Location: Ohio
Inception: February 12, 1820
Capital city: Bryan
Shares border with: Hillsdale County, Defiance County, Fulton County, Henry County, DeKalb County, Steuben County
Website: http://co.williams.oh.us
GPS coordinates: 41.56000,-84.58000
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:16
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