Crittenden County, Arkansas
Cross County is located in northeastern Arkansas, with Wynne serving as the county seat. Known as the “City with a Smile,” Wynne is part of a county with around 16,000 residents.
Agriculture is the foundation of the local economy. The county is a major producer of rice, soybeans, and corn, with vast agricultural fields stretching across the landscape. U.S. Highway 64 also runs through the county.
Village Creek State Park is a popular local destination, offering trails, lakes, and historic sites. Cross County also hosts the annual Farm Fest in Wynne, celebrating the area’s agricultural heritage with food, music, and community activities.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Crittenden County |
| County Seat | Marion |
| Population | Approximately 48,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | West Memphis, Marion, Earle, Turrell, Crawfordsville, Edmondson, Gilmore, Horseshoe Lake, Jericho, Sunset, Anthonyville |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 40, Interstate 55, U.S. Route 64, U.S. Route 70, U.S. Route 79, State Route 147 |
| FIPS Code | 05-035 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 636 square miles (Land: 610 sq mi, Water: 26 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Mississippi County (Northeast), Tipton County, Tennessee (East), Shelby County, Tennessee (East), DeSoto County, Mississippi (Southeast), Tunica County, Mississippi (South), Lee County (Southwest), St. Francis County (West), Cross County (West), Poinsett County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Standard Time (CST) |
| State | Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 35.2240° N, 90.2861° W |
| Etymology | Named after Robert Crittenden, the first Secretary of the Arkansas Territory |
| Major Landmarks | Wapanocca National Wildlife Refuge, West Memphis, Mississippi River, Tom Lee Park (nearby in Memphis, Tennessee), Crittenden County Courthouse |
