Crossroads, Monongalia County, West Virginia facts for kids
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Crossroads
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 Crossroads
Location in West Virginia
Crossroads
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  West Virginia |
| County |  Monongalia |
| Elevation | 1,060 ft (320 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1554228 |
Crossroads is a small place in Monongalia County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is called an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and buildings that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
Where is Crossroads Located?
Crossroads is found in the northern part of West Virginia. It's in Monongalia County, which is known for its beautiful hills and forests. The exact spot for Crossroads is at coordinates 39 degrees, 39 minutes, 33 seconds North and 80 degrees, 18 minutes, 7 seconds West. This location is about 1,060 feet (or 323 meters) above sea level.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Crossroads is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own separate city hall or mayor. Instead, the county government, which is Monongalia County in this case, takes care of things like roads, police, and other services for the area. Many small communities across the United States are unincorporated.
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- You can learn more about Crossroads in Spanish here: Crossroads (condado de Monongalia) para niños
