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<p>CSV import</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[File:Washington_County,_Utah_administration_building_2023-11-02.jpg|thumb|Washington_County,_Utah_administration_building_2023-11-02]] [[file:WashingtonCountyCourthouseStGeorgeUT1992.jpg|right|thumb|WashingtonCountyCourthouseStGeorgeUT1992]] [[file:Wactyutah5thdist.jpg|right|thumb|Wactyutah5thdist]] [[file:Road_to_Zion.jpg|thumb|Road_to_Zion]] [[file:Utah_SR_7.svg|thumb|Utah_SR_7]] [[file:Utah_SR_9.svg|thumb|Utah_SR_9]] [[file:Utah_SR_17.svg|thumb|Utah_SR_17]] &#039;&#039;&#039;Washington County, Utah&#039;&#039;&#039; is a county located in the southwestern part of the [[U.S. state]] of [[Utah]]. As of the 2020 census, the population was 180,279, making it the fifth-most populous county in Utah. The county seat and largest city is [[St. George, Utah|St. George]].<br /> <br /> == History ==<br /> Washington County was created in 1852 and was named for [[George Washington]], the first President of the United States. The area was originally settled by members of [[The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints]] (LDS Church) in the mid-19th century. The county played a significant role in the early development of Utah&#039;s [[agriculture|agricultural]] industry, particularly in the cultivation of [[cotton]].<br /> <br /> == Geography ==<br /> Washington County covers an area of 2,430 square miles (6,290 km²), of which 2,426 square miles (6,280 km²) is land and 4.1 square miles (11 km²) (0.2%) is water. The county is characterized by its diverse landscape, which includes parts of the [[Mojave Desert]], the [[Colorado Plateau]], and the [[Great Basin]]. The [[Virgin River]] flows through the county, providing a vital water source for the region.<br /> <br /> === Adjacent Counties ===<br /> * [[Iron County, Utah|Iron County]] - north<br /> * [[Kane County, Utah|Kane County]] - east<br /> * [[Mohave County, Arizona|Mohave County, Arizona]] - south<br /> * [[Lincoln County, Nevada|Lincoln County, Nevada]] - west<br /> <br /> === National Protected Areas ===<br /> * [[Zion National Park]]<br /> * [[Dixie National Forest]]<br /> * [[Red Cliffs Desert Reserve]]<br /> <br /> == Demographics ==<br /> As of the 2020 census, Washington County had a population of 180,279. The county has experienced rapid growth in recent years, largely due to its mild climate and scenic beauty, which attract retirees and tourists.<br /> <br /> == Economy ==<br /> The economy of Washington County is diverse, with significant contributions from tourism, retail, healthcare, and education. The presence of [[Dixie State University]] in St. George also plays a crucial role in the local economy.<br /> <br /> == Education ==<br /> Washington County is served by the [[Washington County School District]], which operates numerous elementary, middle, and high schools. Higher education is provided by [[Dixie State University]].<br /> <br /> == Transportation ==<br /> Major highways in Washington County include [[Interstate 15]], which runs north-south through the county, and [[Utah State Route 9]], which provides access to [[Zion National Park]].<br /> <br /> == Communities ==<br /> === Cities ===<br /> * [[St. George, Utah|St. George]]<br /> * [[Hurricane, Utah|Hurricane]]<br /> * [[Washington, Utah|Washington]]<br /> * [[Santa Clara, Utah|Santa Clara]]<br /> * [[Ivins, Utah|Ivins]]<br /> <br /> === Towns ===<br /> * [[Springdale, Utah|Springdale]]<br /> * [[La Verkin, Utah|La Verkin]]<br /> * [[Toquerville, Utah|Toquerville]]<br /> * [[Leeds, Utah|Leeds]]<br /> * [[Rockville, Utah|Rockville]]<br /> <br /> === Unincorporated Communities ===<br /> * [[Central, Utah|Central]]<br /> * [[Veyo, Utah|Veyo]]<br /> * [[Gunlock, Utah|Gunlock]]<br /> * [[Pine Valley, Utah|Pine Valley]]<br /> <br /> == See Also ==<br /> * [[List of counties in Utah]]<br /> * [[Dixie State University]]<br /> * [[Zion National Park]]<br /> * [[Virgin River]]<br /> <br /> == References ==<br /> {{Reflist}}<br /> <br /> == External Links ==<br /> {{Commons category|Washington County, Utah}}<br /> {{Geographic location<br /> |Centre = Washington County, Utah<br /> |North = [[Iron County, Utah|Iron County]]<br /> |Northeast = [[Kane County, Utah|Kane County]]<br /> |East = [[Kane County, Utah|Kane County]]<br /> |South = [[Mohave County, Arizona|Mohave County, Arizona]]<br /> |Southwest = [[Lincoln County, Nevada|Lincoln County, Nevada]]<br /> |West = [[Lincoln County, Nevada|Lincoln County, Nevada]]<br /> |Northwest = [[Iron County, Utah|Iron County]]<br /> }}<br /> <br /> [[Category:Washington County, Utah]]<br /> [[Category:1852 establishments in Utah Territory]]<br /> [[Category:Counties in Utah]]<br /> [[Category:St. George metropolitan area]]<br /> <br /> {{Utah-geo-stub}}</div>

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