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Anvil, Ohio
Anvil, Ohio is located in Ohio
Anvil, Ohio
Anvil, Ohio
Location in Ohio
Anvil, Ohio is located in the United States
Anvil, Ohio
Anvil, Ohio
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Ohio
County Belmont
Elevation
1,312 ft (400 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
Area code(s) 740
GNIS feature ID 1050273

Anvil is a small place located in Belmont County, Ohio, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government like a city or a town. Instead, it is managed by the larger county government.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a group of homes or buildings that are not part of any official city or town. People live there, but they don't have their own mayor or town council. Services like roads and police are usually handled by the county.

How are Unincorporated Areas Governed?

In places like Anvil, the county government takes care of things. This includes important services for everyone living there. For example, the county might manage local roads. They also provide law enforcement and other public services.

Where is Anvil Located?

Anvil is found in Belmont County, Ohio. Ohio is a state in the midwestern part of the United States. It is known for its rich history and diverse landscapes.

About Belmont County

Belmont County is located in eastern Ohio. It sits along the Ohio River, which forms the border with West Virginia. The county has many small towns and communities, including Anvil. It is a place with a mix of rural areas and some larger towns.

Ohio: The Buckeye State

Ohio is often called "The Buckeye State." It is a state with a lot of history and different types of land. From busy cities to quiet farmlands, Ohio offers many interesting places. Anvil is just one of the many small communities that make up this diverse state.

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