Lawrence County, Indiana
Lawrence County sits in south-central Indiana, where flat farmland begins to give way to hills and forests. The county has more caves and sinkholes than many other parts of Indiana.
Bedford is the county seat and is known as the “Limestone Capital of the World.” Many famous buildings across the country have been constructed with limestone quarried from the area.
Visitors enjoy exploring Spring Mill State Park, with its restored pioneer village and cave tours. The East Fork of the White River winds through the county, offering several good spots for fishing and enjoying the scenery.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Lawrence County |
| County Seat | Bedford |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Bedford, Mitchell, Oolitic, Avoca, Fayetteville, Heltonville, Springville, Williams |
| Interstates and Highways | US-50, IN-37, IN-54, IN-58, IN-60, IN-450 |
| FIPS Code | 18-093 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 451 square miles (Land: 449 sq mi, Water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Monroe County (North), Jackson County (East), Washington County (Southeast), Orange County (South), Martin County (West), Greene County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Indiana |
| Coordinates | 38.8600° N, 86.4874° W |
| Etymology | Named after Captain James Lawrence, a naval officer during the War of 1812 |
| Major Landmarks | Spring Mill State Park, Bluespring Caverns, Lawrence County Courthouse, Virgil I. “Gus” Grissom Memorial |
| Population | 44,000 (estimated) |
