Afton, West Virginia facts for kids
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Afton
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 Afton
Location in West Virginia
Afton
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Preston |
| Elevation | 2,674 ft (815 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1549558 |
Afton is a small, unincorporated community located in Preston County, West Virginia, United States. An unincorporated community is a place that does not have its own local government. Instead, it is managed by the larger county or state government.
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Where is Afton?
Afton is found in the eastern part of West Virginia. It is situated along County Route 28. This road helps connect Afton to other areas nearby.
Nearby Places
About two miles south of Afton, you can find a place called Gregg Knob. This is a geographical feature, likely a hill or a small mountain.
Elevation
Afton is located at a high elevation. It sits about 2,674 feet (or 815 meters) above sea level. This means it is quite high up compared to many other places.
See also
In Spanish: Afton (Virginia Occidental) para niños
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