Porter County, Administrative county in northern Indiana, United States.
Porter County spans across 418 square miles of northern Indiana territory, encompassing both urban developments and natural landscapes near Lake Michigan.
The county was officially established on February 7, 1835, with Valparaiso designated as its administrative center and primary governmental hub.
The Porter County Fair brings together residents annually for agricultural exhibitions, entertainment events, and community celebrations throughout multiple summer days.
The county maintains an extensive network of public services, including emergency response systems, health departments, and administrative offices in downtown Valparaiso.
The county received additional funding of $220,075 through the Community Crossings grant program for specific road infrastructure improvements in 2024.
Location: Indiana
Inception: February 7, 1835
Capital city: Valparaiso
Website: http://www.porterco.org
Shares border with: LaPorte County, Starke County, Jasper County, Lake County, Cook County, Berrien County
Website: http://porterco.org
GPS coordinates: 41.51000,-87.07000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:13
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