Sevier County, Arkansas
Sevier County is located in southwest Arkansas, with De Queen serving as the county seat. The county is known for its poultry industry and diverse population.
Cossatot River State Park-Natural Area offers excellent opportunities for kayaking and canoeing on the Cossatot River. The annual Sevier County Fair in De Queen brings the local community together each fall.
Dierks Lake provides opportunities for fishing and water sports. Despite its rural setting, Sevier County has a multicultural community, including a significant Hispanic population.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Sevier County |
| County Seat | De Queen |
| Etymology | Named after Ambrose Hundley Sevier |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | De Queen, Horatio, Lockesburg, Ben Lomond, Lockesburg |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 71; Arkansas Highway 41, 32 |
| FIPS Code | 05-133 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,000 square miles (Land: 995 sq mi, Water: 5 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Polk County (North), Howard County (East), Hempstead County (Southeast), Little River County (South), McCurtain County, Oklahoma (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Standard Time (CST) |
| State | Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 34.3701° N, 94.3235° W |
| Major Landmarks | Cossatot River State Park, De Queen Lake |
| Population | Approximately 15,000 |
