About Woodbury County, Iowa
Woodbury County was formed in 1851 and was originally named Wahkaw County. In 1853, the Iowa Legislature changed its name to honor Levi Woodbury, a Supreme Court justice.
Fast Facts
- Thompsonville (no longer existing) was the first county seat. It changed to Sergeant Bluff (then Sergeant's Bluff) in 1853 when the county's name was changed. The seat moved one more time in 1856 to Sioux City.
- Woodbury County is the third largest county by area in the state.
Communities
Woodbury County is home to 15 incorporated communities: Anthon, Bronson, Correctionville, Cushing, Danbury, Hornick, Lawton, Moville, Oto, Pierson, Salix, Sergeant Bluff, Sioux City, Sloan, and Smithland.
Government
The County is administered by a five-member Board of Supervisors who are elected to four-year terms. Other elected officials include the Attorney, Auditor & Recorder, Sheriff, and Treasurer.
Courthouse
Many of Woodbury County's government offices can be found in the Woodbury County Courthouse, located at 620 Douglas St. in Sioux City, Iowa. The courthouse celebrated its 100th anniversary in May 2018.
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