Cascade, West Virginia facts for kids
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Cascade, West Virginia
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 Cascade, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Cascade, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Preston |
| Elevation | 1,703 ft (519 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1554081 |
Cascade is a small place in Preston County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live close together. However, it doesn't have its own mayor or town council. Instead, it is usually governed by the larger county it is part of. For Cascade, that's Preston County.
Where is Cascade Located?
Cascade is found in the beautiful state of West Virginia. It sits along West Virginia Route 7, which is a main road in the area. The community is also next to Deckers Creek, a local waterway.
A CSX Railroad line also runs through Cascade. This shows that the area has been important for transportation. Cascade is about 1.2 miles (or 1.9 kilometers) northwest of a place called Masontown.
See also
In Spanish: Cascade (Virginia Occidental) para niños
