Washington County, Administrative county in Kentucky, United States
Washington County spans 301 square miles of Kentucky terrain, featuring a mix of farmlands, residential areas, and the city of Springfield.
Established on June 22, 1792, Washington County holds the distinction of being the first county created after Kentucky separated from Virginia.
The Washington County Courthouse, completed in 1816, maintains its position as Kentucky's oldest continuously operating courthouse, serving the local judicial system.
The county seat of Springfield manages governmental services, including fiscal court meetings held twice monthly and emergency alert systems for residents.
The marriage certificate of Thomas Lincoln and Nancy Hanks, parents of President Abraham Lincoln, remains preserved in Washington County records from 1806.
Location: Kentucky
Inception: June 22, 1792
Capital city: Springfield
Shares border with: Anderson County, Boyle County, Mercer County, Marion County, Nelson County
Website: http://washingtoncountyky.com
GPS coordinates: 37.75000,-85.17000
Latest update: April 19, 2025 09:05
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