Nevada County

Nevada County was formed on March 20, 1871, from parts of Columbia, Hempstead and Ouachita counties. Its name comes from the similarity of its shape to the state of Nevada, only the pronunciation is different. The county seat is Prescott. The landscape of Nevada County is rolling hills, largely forested. Nevada County's timber industry is its main economy source with poultry and outdoor sports contributing their share. Festivals celebrating the timber and poultry industries are held each year. The county has an abundance of wildlife consisting of deer, squirrel, quail, dove, and turkey along with camping. White Oak Lake, and White Oak State Park features excellent fishing, hiking trails, and sites for camping and picnicking. The Nevada County Depot Museum is located in Prescott in the old Missouri-Pacific train depot that is considered to be a classic example of early 20th century railroad architecture. As of the 2000 census, Nevada County had a population of 9,955 residents.

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