Washington County is a county located in the southwestern part of Alabama. As of the 2010 census, the population was 17,581. The county seat is Chatom.
Washington County was created by the Alabama legislature on December 3, 1800, from land ceded by the Choctaw Indian Nation by the Treaty of Mount Dexter. The county was named in honor of George Washington, the first President of the United States.
The county is home to several notable landmarks, including the Washington County Courthouse, the Washington County Museum, and the old Washington County Jail. The county is also home to many historical sites and structures, such as the old Chatom Post Office and the old Washington County Courthouse.
Washington County is primarily agricultural, with crops such as corn, cotton, and soybeans being the main products. The county also has a strong forestry industry, with pine and hardwood trees being the primary species harvested.
The county is governed by a five-member commission, with members elected from single-member districts. The commission serves as the legislative and executive branch of the county government. The commission is responsible for setting policies and adopting laws, as well as managing the county's finances and overseeing the administration of county government.
Washington County is served by the Washington County School District, which includes one high school, one middle school, and four elementary schools. The county is also home to several private schools and a community college.
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