Chestnut Ridge, West Virginia facts for kids
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Chestnut Ridge
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 Chestnut Ridge
Location in West Virginia
Chestnut Ridge
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  West Virginia |
| County |  Monongalia |
| Elevation | 1,207 ft (368 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1554127 |
Chestnut Ridge is a small place in Monongalia County, West Virginia, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government like a city or town does. Instead, it's managed by the county. Chestnut Ridge is very close to the city of Morgantown.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live that isn't officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Instead, the county government takes care of things like roads and services.
How is it Different from a City?
Cities and towns have their own local laws and services. They might have their own police or fire departments. Unincorporated communities rely on the county for these services.
Where is Chestnut Ridge?
Chestnut Ridge is located in Monongalia County, which is in the northern part of West Virginia. West Virginia is a state in the eastern United States. It's famous for its mountains and beautiful nature.
Close to Morgantown
Chestnut Ridge is right next to Morgantown. Morgantown is a larger city and home to West Virginia University. Being close to Morgantown means residents of Chestnut Ridge can easily access shops, schools, and other services.
Geography and Nature
Chestnut Ridge is named after the "chestnut" tree, which used to be very common in the area. The region is part of the Appalachian Mountains. This means it has rolling hills and forests.
Elevation
The elevation of Chestnut Ridge is about 1,207 feet (368 meters) above sea level. This is like being on top of a tall hill.
See also
- In Spanish: Chestnut Ridge (Virginia Occidental) para niños
