Dooly County, Georgia facts for kids
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Dooly County
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Dooly County Courthouse in Vienna
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Location within the U.S. state of Georgia
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Georgia |
| Founded | May 15, 1821 |
| Named for | John Dooly |
| Seat | Vienna |
| Largest city | Vienna |
| Area | |
| • Total | 397 sq mi (1,030 km2) |
| • Land | 392 sq mi (1,020 km2) |
| • Water | 5.3 sq mi (14 km2) 1.3%% |
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| • Total | 11,208 |
| • Density | 29/sq mi (11/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| Congressional district | 2nd |
Dooly County is a county located in the central part of the U.S. state of Georgia. In 2020, about 11,208 people lived there. The main town and county seat is Vienna.
The county was officially created on May 15, 1821. It was named after Colonel John Dooly, a brave fighter in the American Revolutionary War from Georgia. Dooly County was one of the first counties made from land given up by the Creek Nation. Over time, parts of Dooly County were used to form other counties, like Crisp County.
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Geography of Dooly County
Dooly County covers a total area of about 397 square miles (1,028 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 392 square miles (1,015 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 5.3 square miles (14 square kilometers), is water. The county is located in the flat, low-lying area of Georgia known as the upper Atlantic coastal plain.
Important rivers flow through or near Dooly County. The western part of the county is in the area of the Middle Flint River. The eastern part is in the Lower Ocmulgee River area. These rivers are part of larger river systems that are important for the region.
Main Roads in Dooly County
Getting around Dooly County is easy with several major roads.
Interstate 75
U.S. Route 41
State Route 7
State Route 27
State Route 90
State Route 215
State Route 230
State Route 230 Connector
State Route 257
State Route 329
State Route 401 (another name for I-75)
Neighboring Counties
Dooly County shares its borders with several other counties:
- Houston County to the northeast
- Pulaski County to the east
- Wilcox County to the southeast
- Crisp County to the south
- Sumter County to the west
- Macon County to the northwest
Towns and Cities in Dooly County
Dooly County has several communities where people live and work.
Cities
- Lilly
- Pinehurst
- Unadilla
- Vienna (This is the county seat, meaning it's the center of county government.)
Towns
Population Changes in Dooly County
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1830 | 2,135 | — | |
| 1840 | 4,427 | 107.4% | |
| 1850 | 8,361 | 88.9% | |
| 1860 | 8,917 | 6.6% | |
| 1870 | 9,790 | 9.8% | |
| 1880 | 12,420 | 26.9% | |
| 1890 | 18,146 | 46.1% | |
| 1900 | 26,567 | 46.4% | |
| 1910 | 20,554 | −22.6% | |
| 1920 | 20,522 | −0.2% | |
| 1930 | 18,025 | −12.2% | |
| 1940 | 16,886 | −6.3% | |
| 1950 | 14,159 | −16.1% | |
| 1960 | 11,474 | −19.0% | |
| 1970 | 10,404 | −9.3% | |
| 1980 | 10,826 | 4.1% | |
| 1990 | 9,901 | −8.5% | |
| 2000 | 11,525 | 16.4% | |
| 2010 | 14,918 | 29.4% | |
| 2020 | 11,208 | −24.9% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 10,981 | −26.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 1790-1880 1890-1910 1920-1930 1930-1940 1940-1950 1960-1980 1980-2000 2010 |
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The population of Dooly County has changed quite a bit over the years. In 2020, the county had 11,208 residents. There were about 5,020 households and 3,350 families living there.
The people living in Dooly County come from many different backgrounds. In 2020, about 41% of the population was White (not Hispanic or Latino). About 49% was Black or African American (not Hispanic or Latino). Other groups, including Asian, Native American, and people of mixed races, also live in the county. About 7% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino, who can be of any race.
Economy and Fun in Dooly County
Dooly County is known for its agriculture, especially growing cotton and peanuts. These crops are an important part of the local economy.
A very popular event in Dooly County is the Big Pig Jig. This is Georgia's official State Barbecue Cooking Championship. It happens every fall and brings in many visitors from all over the country.
Famous People from Dooly County
Many notable people have connections to Dooly County:
- John Dooly – The county was named after this Revolutionary War hero.
- George Busbee – He served as the governor of Georgia.
- Walter F. George – A well-known U.S. Senator.
- Jody Powell – He was a press secretary and helper for President Jimmy Carter.
- Roger Kingdom – An Olympic gold medalist in track and field.
- David Ragan – A professional NASCAR race car driver.
- Keith Mumphery – A player in the NFL.
Images for kids
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Interstate 75 sign
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U.S. Route 41 sign
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Georgia State Route 7 sign
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Georgia State Route 27 sign
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Georgia State Route 90 sign
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Georgia State Route 215 sign
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Georgia State Route 230 sign
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Georgia State Route 230 Connector sign
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Georgia State Route 257 sign
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Georgia State Route 329 sign
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Georgia State Route 401 sign
See also
In Spanish: Condado de Dooly para niños
