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Bruxton is an unincorporated community in Randolph County, West Virginia, United States. This means it's a place where people live that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town. Instead, it's usually managed by the county it's in.

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Bruxton is located in West Virginia
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Location in West Virginia
Bruxton is located in the United States
Bruxton
Bruxton
Location in the United States
Country United States
State West Virginia
County Randolph
Elevation
1,952 ft (595 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
GNIS ID 1726991

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a group of homes or businesses that are not part of an official city or town. They don't have their own mayor or city council. Instead, the county government handles services like roads, police, and fire protection.

People living in these areas still have access to public services. They pay taxes to the county, which uses those funds. It's a common way for smaller settlements to exist.

Why Some Places Are Unincorporated

Many communities start small and grow over time. Some choose not to become official cities. This might be to keep local taxes lower. It could also be to avoid extra rules that a city government might create.

Sometimes, a community is just too small to form its own government. It's more practical for the county to manage things. This helps keep services efficient for everyone.

Where is Bruxton Located?

Bruxton is found in Randolph County, West Virginia. West Virginia is a state in the eastern part of the United States. It's known for its mountains and beautiful natural scenery.

Randolph County is one of the largest counties in West Virginia by land area. It's located in the central part of the state. The county seat, or main town, is Elkins.

Bruxton's Elevation and Coordinates

Bruxton sits at an elevation of 1,952 feet (about 595 meters) above sea level. This means it's quite high up, which is typical for many places in West Virginia's mountainous terrain.

Its exact location can be pinpointed using geographic coordinates. Bruxton is located at 38°55′30″N (North) and 79°53′5″W (West). These numbers help mapmakers and navigators find the precise spot on Earth.

Time Zone Information

Bruxton is in the Eastern Time Zone. This is the same time zone as many major cities on the East Coast of the United States. During standard time, it's called Eastern Standard Time (EST).

Like many places, Bruxton observes Daylight Saving Time. This means clocks are moved forward one hour in the spring. During this period, it's called Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

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