Foster Chapel, West Virginia facts for kids
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Foster Chapel, West Virginia
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 Foster Chapel, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Foster Chapel, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Jackson |
| Elevation | 1,102 ft (336 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1539166 |
Foster Chapel is a small place in Jackson County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially part of a city or town. It doesn't have its own local government like a mayor or city council.
Where is Foster Chapel?
Foster Chapel is located in the western part of West Virginia. You can find it about 5.7 miles (or 9.2 kilometers) southwest of a larger town called Ripley. It sits along County Route 32.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Foster Chapel is a place where people live, but it's not a legally defined city or town. Instead, it's usually governed by the county it's in. For Foster Chapel, that's Jackson County. These communities often have a few houses, maybe a church, or a small store. They might not have official city services like their own police or fire department.
History of Foster Chapel's Post Office
At one time, Foster Chapel had its own post office. A post office is where people send and receive mail. It also helps connect communities. However, the post office in Foster Chapel is now closed. This means residents likely get their mail from a nearby town.
