Corder Crossing, West Virginia facts for kids
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Corder Crossing
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 Corder Crossing
Location in West Virginia
Corder Crossing
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Barbour |
| Elevation | 1,358 ft (414 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1549641 |
Corder Crossing is a small place in Barbour County, West Virginia, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a group of homes or buildings that are not officially part of any city or town. They are usually governed by the county or state. People living in these areas still get services like roads and police, but they are managed by the county government.
Why are some places unincorporated?
Many communities start small and grow over time. If they don't grow large enough to form their own city government, they remain unincorporated. This can also happen if residents prefer to be governed by the county.
Where is Corder Crossing Located?
Corder Crossing is found in the beautiful state of West Virginia. Specifically, it's in Barbour County, which is in the central part of the state.
Geographic Details
Corder Crossing sits at an elevation of about 1,358 feet (414 meters) above sea level. This means it's quite high up! The area uses the Eastern Time Zone. During daylight saving time, it switches to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
Its exact location can be pinpointed using coordinates: 39 degrees, 11 minutes, 37 seconds North latitude and 80 degrees, 3 minutes, 12 seconds West longitude. These numbers help mapmakers find the exact spot on Earth.
