Richland Township was created on June 8, 1824. It was one of the first townships to be organized in Marion County.

The original settlers named this township “Richland” because of the rich, fertile farmland that was found along the Olentangy River.

Statistics:

Land Area: 30.7 sq. mi.
Elevation: 974 ft.
Population: 1,663
Miles of Roads: 21.63 mi.
Rivers: Olentangy