Woodruff County, Arkansas
Woodruff County, located in eastern Arkansas, is a quiet and rural area where agriculture plays a central role. With fewer than 7,000 residents, it is a small and close-knit community.
Augusta, the county seat, is situated along the White River, making it a popular location for fishing and wildlife watching.
U.S. Highway 64 provides access to the county, while surrounding fields of rice and soybeans stretch across the landscape. Woodruff County is known for its peaceful atmosphere and strong connection to agriculture and the land.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Woodruff County |
| County Seat | Augusta |
| Etymology | Named after William Woodruff, the first newspaper publisher in Arkansas |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Augusta, McCrory, Woodruff, Hunter, Pell City |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 64, Arkansas Highway 33 |
| FIPS Code | 05-147 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,013 square miles (Land: 1,007 sq mi, Water: 6 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Jackson County (North), St. Francis County (East), Cross County (South), Monroe County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Standard Time (CST) |
| State | Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 34.5476° N, 91.2315° W |
| Major Landmarks | White River, Arkansas Post National Memorial |
| Population | Approximately 7,000 |
