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| name = Dawson County, Georgia<br />
| settlement_type = County<br />
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| image_map = Map of Georgia highlighting Dawson County.svg<br />
| map_caption = Location in the state of Georgia<br />
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| subdivision_type = Country<br />
| subdivision_name = United States<br />
| subdivision_type1 = State<br />
| subdivision_name1 = Georgia<br />
| established_title = Founded<br />
| established_date = December 3, 1857<br />
| seat_type = County seat<br />
| seat = [[Dawsonville, Georgia|Dawsonville]]<br />
| area_total_sq_mi = 214<br />
| area_land_sq_mi = 211<br />
| area_water_sq_mi = 3<br />
| population_as_of = 2020<br />
| population_total = 26,798<br />
| population_density_sq_mi = auto<br />
| timezone = Eastern<br />
| utc_offset = -5<br />
| timezone_DST = Eastern<br />
| utc_offset_DST = -4<br />
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'''Dawson County''' is a county located in the north-central part of the [[U.S. state]] of [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]]. As of the 2020 census, the population was 26,798. The county seat is [[Dawsonville, Georgia|Dawsonville]].<br />
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== History ==<br />
Dawson County was created on December 3, 1857, from parts of [[Lumpkin County, Georgia|Lumpkin]] and [[Gilmer County, Georgia|Gilmer]] counties. It was named after [[William Crosby Dawson]], a U.S. Senator from Georgia.<br />
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== Geography ==<br />
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the county has a total area of 214 square miles (550 km²), of which 211 square miles (550 km²) is land and 3.0 square miles (7.8 km²) (1.4%) is water.<br />
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=== Adjacent counties ===<br />
* [[Lumpkin County, Georgia|Lumpkin County]] - north<br />
* [[Hall County, Georgia|Hall County]] - east<br />
* [[Forsyth County, Georgia|Forsyth County]] - southeast<br />
* [[Cherokee County, Georgia|Cherokee County]] - southwest<br />
* [[Pickens County, Georgia|Pickens County]] - west<br />
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== Demographics ==<br />
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 26,798 people, 9,936 households, and 7,372 families residing in the county. The population density was 127 people per square mile (49/km²).<br />
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== Economy ==<br />
The economy of Dawson County is diverse, with a mix of agriculture, manufacturing, and retail. The county is known for its poultry production and is home to several large poultry farms.<br />
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== Education ==<br />
Dawson County is served by the [[Dawson County School District]], which includes several elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school. The district is committed to providing quality education to all students in the county.<br />
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== Attractions ==<br />
Dawson County is home to several attractions, including:<br />
* [[Amicalola Falls State Park]] - Known for its stunning waterfall, the park offers hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities.<br />
* [[Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area]] - A large area for hunting, fishing, and hiking.<br />
* [[Georgia Racing Hall of Fame]] - Located in Dawsonville, it celebrates the history of auto racing in Georgia.<br />
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== Notable People ==<br />
* [[Bill Elliott]] - A famous NASCAR driver, born in Dawsonville.<br />
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== See also ==<br />
* [[List of counties in Georgia]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
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== External links ==<br />
* [http://www.dawsoncounty.org/ Dawson County Government]<br />
* [http://www.dawsoncountyschools.org/ Dawson County School District]<br />
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