Chestnut Knob, West Virginia facts for kids
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Chestnut Knob, West Virginia
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 Chestnut Knob, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Chestnut Knob, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Mercer |
| Elevation | 2,749 ft (838 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1549624 |
Chestnut Knob is a small place in Mercer County, West Virginia, United States. It is not a city or town with its own government. Instead, it is an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and people living together without a formal local government.
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Where is Chestnut Knob?
Chestnut Knob is located in the beautiful state of West Virginia. It sits about 6 miles (or 9.7 kilometers) to the east-southeast of a town called Athens.
Mercer County Connection
Chestnut Knob is part of Mercer County. This county is in the southern part of West Virginia. It is known for its scenic landscapes.
About Unincorporated Communities
An unincorporated community is a place where people live. It does not have its own city or town government. Instead, it is usually managed by the larger county government.
How They Are Different
- They do not have a mayor or city council.
- Services like police and fire are often provided by the county.
- They might not have clear boundaries like a city.
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