Clinton County, Iowa, USA
County or equivalent
Location overview
Clinton County stretches across eastern Iowa from rolling farmland to the Mississippi River. Clinton is the county seat and largest city, while DeWitt, Camanche and smaller towns serve surrounding agricultural communities. The Wapsipinicon River crosses the county before joining the Mississippi amid wetlands and wooded bottomlands. Established in 1837, the county developed through farming, river trade, lumber and rail transportation. Agriculture, manufacturing, energy, logistics and health care contribute to its modern economy.