Williams County

Williams County is an administrative county in northwestern Ohio that includes several small towns and communities across a predominantly agricultural landscape. Bryan serves as the county seat where the main government buildings and services are located.

It was established in 1820 when Ohio created several new administrative counties to organize its growing territory. Since its founding, the region has developed primarily as an agricultural area.

The county operates through a network of elected officials, including commissioners, sheriffs, and coroners who maintain local governmental traditions.

Visitors will find the main government services and information in Bryan, where the administrative center is located. The rural nature of the area means you will need time and a vehicle to travel between communities.

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: December 7, 2025 19:29