Crisp County, Georgia

Crisp County, Georgia

General Information
Name	Crisp County, Georgia
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Settlement Type	County
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Population
Total	20,128
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Crisp County is a county located in the central part of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 20,128. The county seat is Cordele.

History

Crisp County was created in 1905 from Dooly County. It was named in honor of Charles Frederick Crisp, a jurist and politician who served as Speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 1891 to 1895.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 281 square miles (730 km²), of which 273 square miles (710 km²) is land and 8.0 square miles (21 km²) (2.8%) is water.

Adjacent counties

• Dooly County - north
• Wilcox County - east
• Turner County - south
• Sumter County - west

Demographics

As of the 2020 United States census, there were 20,128 people, 7,500 households, and 5,000 families residing in the county. The population density was 74 people per square mile (29/km²).

Economy

Crisp County's economy is primarily based on agriculture, manufacturing, and retail trade. The county is known for its production of watermelons, peanuts, and pecans.

Education

Crisp County is served by the Crisp County School District, which includes several elementary schools, a middle school, and Crisp County High School.

Transportation

The county is served by several major highways, including Interstate 75, which runs north-south through the county, providing access to major cities such as Atlanta and Macon.

Attractions

Crisp County is home to the Georgia Veterans State Park, which offers a variety of recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and camping. The park also features a museum dedicated to the history of Georgia's military veterans.

Notable People

• Charles Frederick Crisp - Namesake of the county, former Speaker of the United States House of Representatives.

External links

• Crisp County Government
• Georgia Veterans State Park