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Euclid, West Virginia
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 Euclid, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Euclid, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Calhoun |
| Elevation | 794 ft (242 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1549675 |
Euclid is a small place in Calhoun County, West Virginia, United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Euclid once had a post office, but it is now closed.
How Euclid Got Its Name
Euclid was named after a person! The community got its name from Dalton Euclid Reip. His father helped the area get its own post office. So, the community decided to honor his son by naming the place Euclid.
Where is Euclid Located?
Euclid is located in Calhoun County, West Virginia. It sits at an elevation of about 794 feet (242 meters) above sea level. This means it's quite high up!
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